Peru's on the menu at South American eatery in Beijing
"Peru is a country where genetically modified organisms are completely banned, making Peruvian food even more special," he says.
The trio now aims to bring customers an unforgettable experience with mouthwatering cuisine mixed with unique pisco drinks and a vibrant Peruvian-style environment.
Nikkei cuisine is at the heart of this adventure, partnered with traditional Peruvian staples, audacious, strikingly colorful food, fresh aromas and tantalizing taste sensations.
Nikkei, broadly defined as Japanese and Peruvian fusion food, combines key Japanese ingredients, such as soy sauce, miso and seafood with Peruvian aji peppers.
"Nikkei food may have roots in Japanese cuisine, but it's relatively a new and quintessentially Peruvian invention," says Francisco.
Tiradito is a traditional Peruvian dish featuring thin slices of raw fish that are dipped into different sauces that replace wasabi or soy sauce that usually accompany sashimi.