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A Peruvian Feast

Last night we had quite a meal to remember. For her birthday party, Lisa, my youngest brother's girlfriend, invited us to a local Peruvian restaurant, Aromas del Perú. Lisa had recently been to Peru and came back inspired with a love of their cuisine.

I had had some enjoyable experiences with Peruvian food in Miami, where we live, but my wife took a little more convincing. Our previous restaurant choices had missed the mark in her opinion. She saw the light after last night's delicious feast.

Lisa took the initiative and ordered for everyone (she generously picked up the tab too! - Lisa you're way too kind). She ordered a lineup of traditional dishes that frankly, I couldn't get enough of. It was hard to choose a favorite.

Following there are some photos of what we enjoyed, courtesy of my wife, the family photographer.

I dug into the ceviche and papas a la huancaína so fast that the photos were an afterthought. Apologies for that! Now I have an excuse to go back to Aromas del Perú and get some more photos!

In the meantime, enjoy this visual feast of Jalea Mixta, Seco de Res, Tacu Tacu, Arroz con Mariscos, Lomo Saltado and Aji de Gallina.

Jalea Mixta (Fried Seafood Platter with shrimp, squid, mussles, fish and yuca sticks)

Seco de Res (Beef Stew with Rice and Beans)

Tacu Tacu (Steak with Bean Cake)

Arroz con Mariscos (akin to a paella)

Lomo Saltado (Beef strips with onions, fries and rice)

Ají de Gallina (Chicken in Spicy Sauce)

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These dishes were enjoyed at:
Aromas del Perú
13823 N. Kendall Drive
Miami, FL 33186
305-408-5554

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Comment by Cindy Kennedy on May 18, 2010 at 9:06am: Every one of those dishes looks absolutely fantastic! Looks like a new way to expand our party menu.

Comment by Jorge on May 18, 2010 at 7:59am: We enjoyed the experience very much, Lisa. Thank you! The dishes were coming fast and I guess the Arroz Chaufa got lost in the shuffle, shame!

Comment by Lisa Cawley on May 17, 2010 at 9:22pm: Thanks for sharing in the birthday festivities! I love Aromas del Perú. Been there several times and the food is always amazing, the portions generous, and the prices hard to beat. There are two locations, and they're both great. I highly recommend it. Tip: Save even more by buying a gift certificate for Aromas del Perú on www.restaurant.com.
P.S. Nice pics Jorge! I think the only one missing from the photos was the Arroz Chaufa. The Tacu Tacu is one of my favorites: rice mixed with beans and then fried. The whole thing is topped with a juicy churrasco. Riquísimo!

Comment by Amanda Lightfoot on May 17, 2010 at 1:40pm: That looks so delicious! Peruvian cuisine is something I really want to learn more about and cook. My husband has a Peruvian co-worker. I will be asking for recipes now!