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peru.travel
Monday, July 27, 2026
In November 2026, Lima will welcome world-renowned chefs, experts, and industry leaders for a unprecedented celebration in South America.
For the first time since its inception, The World’s 50 Best Restaurants—the prestigious list bringing together the planet’s finest dining establishments—will host its annual ceremony in South America, choosing Lima as the host city for leading chefs, culinary experts, and international hospitality figures. This decision marks a milestone for Latin American gastronomy, cementing the Peruvian capital’s standing as one of the world’s top culinary hubs.
For several days, Lima will play host to an action-packed agenda, bringing together influential figures in international cuisine to celebrate creativity, innovation, and knowledge sharing. Alongside the highly anticipated awards gala, the city will feature chef meet-ups, collaborative dinners, specialized forums, and a variety of culinary experiences—giving visitors and industry professionals a front-row seat to one of the global food industry’s premier events.
Fusion Cuisine, Maido Restaurant. / ©MAIDO Restaurant
Lima’s selection reflects the strong position Peru has built over recent decades as one of the most admired and influential culinary destinations on the planet. Recognized for blending ingredients from the coast, the Andes, and the Amazon with ancestral traditions and endless innovation, its cuisine has turned the country into a benchmark for travelers looking to explore a destination through its flavors.
This recognition comes at a particularly significant moment for Peruvian gastronomy. In recent years, Peru has claimed the top spot on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list twice, capping off a track record of excellence that reflects the talent of its chefs, the richness of its ingredients, and its cuisine's ability to set global culinary trends. Meanwhile, three other restaurants secured a place on this prestigious global list, and eight Peruvian restaurants earned spots on Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025.
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In this context, the Peruvian culinary experience extends far beyond award-winning restaurants. Lima offers a diverse culinary scene that represents every region of the country, along with vibrant traditional markets, iconic cebicherias, Nikkei and Criollo cooking, and a food culture that seamlessly blends innovation with tradition.
Central Restaurant. / ©PROMPERÚ
The arrival of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants also presents a prime opportunity to explore other Peruvian destinations that shape the nation’s culinary identity—from the vibrant markets of Cusco and traditional picanterias of Arequipa to vineyard tours in Ica, the Amazon, and the communities surrounding Lake Titicaca. Every region brings unique ingredients, techniques, and recipes that enrich one of the most diverse cuisines on earth.
Hosting this historic event confirms Lima’s status as one of the world’s premier culinary destinations, reinforcing Peru’s appeal for travelers in search of authentic, memorable, and flavor-filled journeys.
For food lovers, early November 2026 will offer a once-in-a-lifetime reason to visit Peru. Beyond experiencing an event of international prestige, it presents the opportunity to explore a country where every region has a story to tell and where cuisine becomes one of the most exciting ways to discover its soul.
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