Incredible Flavours of Inti Raymi Honouring the Sun

The gastronomy of Inti Raymi is deeply linked to the ancestral customs of the Incas. During this festival, dishes are prepared that represent respect for the earth, the sun, and nature.

Traditional Dishes

• Cuy Chactado: Fried and crispy guinea pig, served with potatoes.
• Chiri Uchu: A mixture of dried meats and local chilli peppers.
• Pachamanca: Meat and tubers cooked in an underground earthen oven.
• Quinoa Soup: Nutritious and full of Andean flavour.
• Purple Mazamorra: Purple corn pudding with fruits.

Key Ingredients

Essential ingredients include corn, potatoes, quinoa, and Andean meats such as guinea pig (cuy) and alpaca. These foods reflect the Andean worldview and its connection with the Pachamama (Mother Earth).