Cooking Class: Lomo Saltado, Papa Huancaina & Pisco Sour in Cusco

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Cusco, Peru

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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Overview

Peru is often hailed as the culinary capital of Latin America, so there’s no better place to take a cooking class than Cusco. Rather than simply eating in a restaurant, this hands-on food workshop equips you with tips and tricks for getting traditional dishes such as *lomo saltado* and *papa a la huancaina* right at home.

Get personal attention from your instructor thanks to the small group size
This compact cooking class is perfect for time-pressed travelers
Learn professional tips and tricks to getting Peruvian food right at home
Take away foodie tips for the rest of your time in Peru

Sample Menu

Starter

Pisco Sour Cocktail

Discover how to craft Peru's most celebrated cocktail: the Pisco Sour.

Starter

Papa a la Huancaina

Create this authentic Peruvian potato dish featuring a vibrant, spicy cheese sauce.

Main

Lomo Saltado

Learn the traditional techniques and essential seasonings that create its distinctive Peruvian flavor.

What's Included

Professional Peruvian Chef
Meals

Ingredients and Meals
Alcoholic Beverages

Pisco Sour
Licensed Guide (Spanish, English)
Bottled water

Tips

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Ascensores y Servicios Perú
Jr, Matara N 437, Cusco 08002, Peru
Matara 437, Cusco (center) You will find our Cooking Studio in the center of the city. The location is just 5 and a half blocks from Plaza de Armas Cusco.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Near public transportation
Not wheelchair accessible

Available for vegetarian options /allergies/food restrictions
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 61 reviews

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Food Allergy Safe, Top Notch Service

Lydia_C, May 2026

We had an amazing experience with Jesus for this cooking class! My husband has a dairy allergy and he was very accommodating. In fact, my husband probably would have never been able to try papas a la huancaina while in Peru if not for Jesus. You could really tell that Jesus is not only an experienced chef, but also cares deeply about providing an exceptional customer experience. We got to spend all our time on the fun part (cooking the meat, shaking the drinks, etc.) and no time on the not-so-fun parts of cooking; cutting onions, boiling potatoes, cleanup. I especially enjoyed the market tour, which I wasn't really expecting to be a highlight. He walked us around the market and explained key elements of Peruvian culture and cuisine. Even more than that, he allowed us to create some of our own experience - we got to try different fruits and decide which to use in our drink, try various chocolates, etc. We enjoyed it so much that we actually went back the next day to do souvenir shopping - much cheaper than the spots on the Plaza! We've done other cooking classes while abroad in the past that were really fun, but didn't actually teach us enough so that we could then recreate the dishes back home. With Jesus, I really felt like we learned enough to be able to make these dishes on our own. My husband and I are already planning to have friends over for drinks to show off our new Pisco Sour making skills!

Response from Host, May 2026

Dear Lydia, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that your cooking class in Cusco was such a highlight of your trip. It was a pleasure for Jesus to host you both. We take great pride in making Peruvian cuisine accessible to everyone, so knowing we could adapt the Papas a la Huancaína for a dairy-free diet makes us very happy! We believe everyone should taste the authentic flavors of Peru without worry. We are also glad you enjoyed the San Pedro Market tour. Beyond just buying ingredients, we love sharing the stories and culture behind our local fruits and chocolates. It’s great that you felt confident enough to recreate the dishes and the Pisco Sours at home—that is exactly our goal! We hope your friends enjoy the feast you’re planning. Thank you for choosing us for your culinary adventure in Cusco! Warm regards, The Team at Peruvian Cusco Flavors

Chef Jesús did an Excellent job!

Krystal_M, Feb 2025

Chef Jesús did an amazing job! It was one of the best experiences in Peru we’ve had. He was very knowledgeable and his understanding of the cuisine was impeccable. Can’t wait for our next trip so we can come take this class again.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hartelijk dank voor je fantastische review! We zijn ontzettend blij om te horen dat je zo hebt genoten van de ervaring met Jesus. Hij brengt inderdaad veel passie over voor onze Peruaanse cultuur en tradities. Het is geweldig dat de verhalen achter onze gerechten en de workshop voor de Pisco Sour een blijvende indruk hebben achtergelaten. Voor ons is de gastronomie de beste manier om het hart van Cusco te delen. Hopelijk mogen we je in de toekomst nogmaals verwelkomen bij Peruvian Cusco Flavors. Het was ons een groot genoegen! Met hartelijke groet,

Peruvian cooking class in Cusco

Daniel_M, Apr 2026

Chef Jesus explains how to prepare Pisco sour, papas alla huancaina and lomo saltado. Very good pisco, potatoes a surprise and lomo saltado was better than what I ate at the restaurant. Explanations in English are clear and recipes are provided.

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Response from Host, Apr 2026

Gentile ospite, grazie di cuore per aver condiviso la tua esperienza! Siamo felici che la nostra lezione di cucina a Cusco ti sia piaciuta e che il Lomo Saltado preparato con lo Chef Jesus sia stato di tuo gradimento, superando anche quello dei ristoranti. È un piacere sapere che hai apprezzato il nostro Pisco Sour e la sorpresa dei sapori delle Papas a la Huancaina. Per noi è fondamentale che le spiegazioni siano chiare e che i nostri ospiti possano portare a casa le ricette originali per replicare i sapori del Perù. Speriamo di rivederti presto per scoprire altri segreti della gastronomia peruviana. Un caro saluto da tutto il team!