Mandarin Oriental offers taste of Peru in Barcelona And Miami
If you’re a foodie, you’ll be well aware that Peruvian cuisine is very much in vogue right now. The naturally healthy and nutritious food, which has its roots in Andean culture, is popping up in specialist restaurants in cities around the world, from Dubai to New York to London.
Now, guests staying at Mandarin Oriental hotels in Barcelona and Miami can experience the “Taste of Peruvian Flavors” - a gastronomic getaway for guests to experience the diverse and eclectic flavours of Peru. The package is in celebration of acclaimed chef Gastón Acurio’s new culinary offerings at Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona and award-winning restaurant at Mandarin Oriental, Miami, The package includes two nights in Barcelona or Miami, where guests will be greeted in their rooms with a Peruvian chocolate mousse, topped with caramelised grains and fruit from the Andes. For lunch, an al fresco Peruvian-style meal will be served at Mimosa Garden in Barcelona or La Mar by Gastón Acurio in Miami.
Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona Guests will also experience an exclusive tasting menu featuring a classic Pisco Sour, Peru’s national cocktail, and an array of Ceviches, the iconic Peruvian dish which utilises the cooking technique of marinating fish in lime juice. The culinary journey will continue with a selection of shared plates, including Anticuchos, popular Peruvian grilled skewers, a selection of Causa dishes, chilled whipped potato topped with seafood, and empanadas.
Mimosa Garden in Barcelona “Considered the ‘ambassador of Peruvian cuisine,’ Acurio is one of the world's most prominent chefs. His flagship restaurant in Lima, Astrid y Gastón, is ranked third in Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2015 and is 14th in the world rankings. In 2005, Acurio set out to make the world fall in love with ceviche, and ten years later he has become a culinary icon,” a statement from Mandarin read. The Taste of Peruvian Flavors package is valid at both properties from June 1 until October 1, 2016. Availability and prices for the Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona can be checked
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