Food and Drink

A traditional confection from the Ica region of Peru, Tejas are a sweet mix of moulded dulce de leche and dried fruit or nuts dipped in a chocolate fondant. Perfect as a Latin treat this Valentine’s Day.

A simple and very tasty appetiser using a Latin American staple, corn.

A Chilean recipe that piles up egg, steak and a red wine, potato and shallot sauce.

Journey Latin America travel consultant Margot Chard shares a traditional recipe from her native Peru, and explains the culinary traditions surrounding Peruvian Independence Day.

A delicious sample recipe from Ceviche restaurant for you to try – Japanese-syle ceviche with soy and seasame Oil.

We love this light and healthy meal from the gourmet kitchen at Mountain Lodges of Peru, the luxury alternative to the classic Inca Trail.

A staple of many Latin American countries but particularly Venezuela and Colombia, these little corn cakes are delicious stuffed with a filling of your choice.

Try our Peruvian take on a classic Japanese delicacy.

A rich, dense, spiced cake, flavored with rum (or pisco) and filled with dried fruits and nuts.