Lima
Fifty
years ago it was not uncommon for urban Peruvians to have a vegetable garden
and raise poultry at home. These healthy, home-grown products were used to
prepare nutritious meals comprised of fresh eggs, vegetables, fruits. As the
globe became more "developed" large farming operations became the
norm, while rural farming declined. Industrial farms often use powerful
insecticides, chemicals, and hormones to mass-produce the food we find in
grocery stores.
In
response to this farming phenomenon, some consumers opted for organic produce.
This option offers a variety of fresh flavors while being environmentally
sustainable. While other countries have begun to popularize organic foods, it
is just emerging in Lima
For 8
soles you can try the vegetarian enrollados (tortilla wraps) at the Bio
Feria organic food market on Saturdays in Parque Reducto. The best ingredients
are available at this market starting at 8am. The market boasts everything from
breads and coffee to freshly prepared meals, all vegetarian and scrumptious.
Another
delicious organic spot in Lima
Hierbabuena
also serves delicious organic good. Owner, Manuel Ferryros buys once a week at
the Bio Feria but complements his needs with orders from small providers. He
has found it is difficult to buy from small scale producers due to the limited
number of organic providers and other logistical problems. Enjoy the eclectic
range of food and drinks on the patio located at San Martín 533.
To
get your morning fix, visit Arábica in Miraflores or Quinta Esencia in
Chacarilla. Arábica coffee house offers varieties of organic coffee. Owner,
David Torres, has made alliances with organic coffee growers across Peru Monterrey
While
these options offer many wonderful dishes, hopefully the number of organic
options in Lima
This
guide to organic food in Lima , Peru was written by a Peru travel expert
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