Celebrate Christmas in South America – Colombia
In this third installment of our series on Christmas around South America, we’ll talk about some of the colorful traditions of a Colombian...
Celebrate Christmas in South America – Bolivia
A traditional Christmas in Bolivia has some similarities and some differences from a traditional Peruvian Navidad celebration. A country whose...
Celebrate Christmas in South America – Peru!!
As we enter the month of December, let’s take a look at how Christmas is celebrated in South America. Our first stop is Peru! Spending Christmas...
Before Christmas, the Andean celebrated Capac Raymi
The Andean Summer Solstice festival, known as Capac Raymi has been celebrated for hundreds of years since at least as far back as the early 15th...
The Traditional Fashion of Andean Men
One of the things that will intrigue you during your Peru trip is the sight of Quechua men, women, and kids dressed in colorful typical Andean...
Traditional Fashions of Andean Women
Among the many intriguing feasts for your eyes during your trip to Peru will be the sight of the vibrant and colorful traditional garments worn by...
Chicha, an Ancient Fermented Beverage
During your trip to Peru, you will likely come across some ladies selling interesting-looking beverages, either in glasses that you can consume...
A Great Cup of Peruvian Coffee
When you travel to a different country, everything is exciting, with new experiences to be had, new foods to try, new things to see and do...
Irresistible Sweets and Desserts of Peru
Now we get to what some would argue is the best part of your culinary experience during your Peru trip: what to eat for dessert! With its typical...
Peruvian Fruits: Exotic, Luscious, Tart, and Sweet
In addition to being the origin of important staple foods that have spread throughout the world, Peru is fertile ground for hundreds of species of...