Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2023: Which Peruvian restaurants received awards and how did the chefs react? | feature

Peru once again stands out internationally thanks to its cuisine. In Rio de Janeiro, on Tuesday 28 November the list of the 50 best restaurants in Latin America was announced and Maido took first place, being – in addition – the best Peruvian restaurant in the recognized ranking, which rewards the best. From the area.

During the ceremony, the chef’s gastronomic proposals were highlighted Mitsuharu “Misha” Tsumura, which “elevated Nikkei cuisine to new levels from beneath the stunning rope installation that dominates Maido’s modern dining room.” As we mentioned during the announcement, this space in the Miraflores area is “very artistic and a lot of research, but also incredibly welcoming.”

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Announcing his position in the rankings, Mitsuharu Tsumura, head chef Maydo“It is true that there is a before and after the Top 50 in Latin America,” he noted. since Gaston AcurioIn 2013, this list was curated to be presented here. I believe this union began and is what we celebrate most every year. (We celebrate) this wonder we’ve created of being able to work together, see more and more countries on the menu, make local cuisine, and put Latin America on the world map.

“This was clearly the best year in Latin America,” said Micha, who is also the film’s creator. ToriIt is a well-known grilled chicken restaurant in the capital. The chef also thanked his team for the service they provided over 14 years.

As a joulefrom Pia Leon, was the second best Peruvian restaurant, at number 7. “The chef’s expertise explores all corners of the country of Peru, favoring bright and bold dishes in a dining room full of talent and creativity,” came the takeaway from this space located in Barranco.

Another Peruvian restaurant featured in the top spots is… Mayta. His proposal was celebrated, noting that “dining at Chef Jaime Pesac’s restaurant is a relaxed, sophisticated and relaxed experience, with dishes that are a visual marvel and full of flavour.”

meritChef Juan Luis Martinez’s Peruvian-Venezuelan proposition was placed at No. 13. The restaurant ranked Renzo Garibaldi’s mastery of grilling at No. 33. Oso.

As is known, middle It won the highest award this year, positioning itself as the best restaurant in the world The 50 best restaurants in the world. For this reason, it becomes part of the Hall of Fame of restaurants that can no longer receive awards from the famous classification. However, Virgilio Martinez and Bea Leon were honored for the work they did one thousandanother one of his proposals in Cusco, with 39th place.

Celebrity Chef Gaston Acurio attended the awards ceremony where he celebrated his 42nd place the seaSeafood restaurant. Rafael Oesterling showcased in his restaurant Raphaeland ranked 46th. Finally entering the rankings for the first time, Cosme By James Berkmeyer Ranked #50.

Maido also shined thanks to his bartender, Florencia Ray, receiving an award Peronia Award for Best Sommelier in Latin America 2023.

Previous victories

In 2022, Peru had 4 restaurants in the top 10 in Latin America: Mayta (No. 9), Kjolle (No. 8), Maido (No. 1), and Central, which ranked first in the region and was later named Best Restaurant in Peru. Best restaurant in the world.

In total, there were 8 Peruvian restaurants considered among the best in Latin America in 2022. The rankings were completed: Osso (38th place), Rafael (32nd place), Astrid & Gastón (30th place), Mérito (11th place).

This year, the list is mixed: Astrid & Gastón fell to 75th place on the list of restaurants from 100th and 51st, with Isolina also in 73rd place.

Moreover, in the list of the 50 best restaurants of 2023, Peru managed to place 6 restaurants in the overall ranking and 3 in the top ten.

The Latin American countries that performed best on this global list were Peru and Mexico. In the 2023 edition of this ranking that takes into account restaurants from all continents, Peru had 4 restaurants on the list: Central, Maido, Kjolle, Mayta. Meanwhile, Mexico had three Quintonel, Pujol, Rosita.

At the global level, the country with the largest number of restaurants in the global rankings is Spain (6 restaurants), followed by Italy (5 restaurants) and France, which is tied with Peru with 4 restaurants. Gastronomy is without a doubt the best business card in the country.

Peruvian Restaurants in Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants of 2023

• Rank 50 – Cosme
• Ranked 46th -Raphael
• Ranked 42nd – the sea
• Rank 39 – one thousand
• Rank 33 – Oso
• Thirteenth place – Entitlement
• Rank 10 -Mayta
• Place 7 -Kajol
• first place – Maido
• Peronia Award for Best Sommelier in Latin America 2023: Florencia Ray, bartender at Maido