The Despacho Ceremony: A Blessing for Pachamama.
In Inca mythology, Pachamama (or Mama Pacha) is a fertility/earth goddess who oversees planting and harvesting. She is said to dwell in...
The Fiestas Patrias Peruanas
The Fiestas Patrias Peruanas, or Peruvian National Holidays, are celebrations of Peru's independence from the Spanish Empire. At dawn on...
Inti Raymi, The Celebration of the Sun
In Quechua Inti means Sun and Raymi celebration. Inti Raymi is the celebration of the God Sun, the most venerated god in Inca religion....
Three Kings Day
Reyes Magos History This celebration originates from the New Testament where it is stated that the Kings, Melchor, Gaspar, and Balthasar,...
Santurantikuy Christmas Market in Cusco
One of the most important Christmas Events in Cusco is the Santurantikuy Christmas market. This important fair has been a Cusco Christmas...
The Food Origins of Today’s Thanksgiving Dinner
Every third Thursday of November Americans traditionally sit down with friends and family around a table to enjoy a feast that celebrates...
What is Adobo de Chancho?
In the city of Arequipa, one of the gastronomic capitals of Peru, they make the famous Adobo Arequipeño. This dish consists of pork that...
A Brief History of Cacao.
The Latin name for cacao (Theobroma) literally means, “food of the gods.” This valuable crop played an important role in many ancient...
Celebrating the Craft at Torrey Pines Lodge!
It was so much fun and a success! Mario & Marcial ran the show! Thank you Mario & Macial & our Q'ero Crew. Also, our good friends Mark &...
Decero Supper & Wine Dinner
Thank you so much to those who came and enjoyed our Decero Wine Dinner at Casa Del Q'ero with us. It was a pleasure to have you all! We...
