The Peru Agribusiness Association in conjunction with Sierra Exportadora, Trade Commission Office in NY and Latino Institute Inc., invite the public, industry professionals and media to the 3rd Peru to the World Expo 2014, to experience the diversity and passion of Peruvian culture at a special event, Thursday September 18, from 10am-9pm at The Meadowlands Expo Center, 355 Plaza Dr. Secaucus NJ 07094. The expo will feature live cooking demonstrations throughout the day by top Peruvian chefs from U.S. restaurants, an exhibit of Peruvian food and beverage products, a fashion show, international seminar, live music, meet & greet with Pisko songwriter, sweepstakes and much more.
Peru has a multiethnic culture built on traditions from Spain, Italy, China, African people and the indigenous from America-and these influences are experienced most directly in our culinary experiences. Blessed with a bounty of indigenous ingredients-quinoa, corn, potatoes, tomatoes, aji chili peppers, and fish from the Pacific-all with a startling array of varieties, and the kaleidoscopic cultural influences of the Peruvian populace- Peruvian cuisine is a melting pot of flavors.
The Peru to the World Expo is an opportunity to see why Peru has been hailed as the World's Leading Culinary Destination by the World Travel Awards and to increase your knowledge and experience of Peruvian food and culture. The leading ambassadors of Peruvian ingredients, not coincidentally, are also the top Peruvian chefs in the United States.
Fair Organizer, Melvi Davila, President of Peru Agribusiness, announced the fair will take place between 10 am and 9 pm, with special guests: Dra. Flor Diaz, Cultural Attache for the Embassy of Peru in Washington DC, Conrado Falco, Commercial and Economic Counselor in NY. A special appearance directly from Peru will be the President of Sierra Exporter, Mr. Alfonso Velasquez, who will present the boom of Berries in Peru to buyers, as well as the supply of Peruvian products that are mainly destined to the be exported to the United States thanks to the special agreement between Peru Agribusiness and Latino Institute Inc. presided by William Colon.
This exhibit features the top Peruvian Chefs, Danny Kou from La Mar Restaurant in San Francisco; Javier Florez of Grupo Aromas del Peru from Miami; Renzo Macchiavello from Ladera Kitchen and American Grill in California and Emmanuel Piqueras who just launched his successful TV program "Sabor y Fusión". As in the past, Peru Agribusiness recognizes Peruvians that bring pride to our community for their talent, professionalism and dedication with the "Peru To The World Expo Award".
"Also, as part of the food fair we will host prized contests for Best Ceviche, Best Causa" and Best Traditional Dish", said Davila. Like every year, we'll be featuring Pisco, Peru's national spirit, and enjoy it in various cocktails thanks to the sponsorship of Macchu Pisco." "We are particularly proud to have amongst our presenter, the winner of the best Causa of Mistura; "Michael Ciuffardi Macky; the most popular dish from Fernando's; "La Pollada Ricky" with their incredible chicken dish and "El Pregón de Arequipa" presenting their famous Quinoa Humitas. Guests of the event will only this well if they were actually in Peru" , said Davila.
Participating restaurants in our area are: Warike NYC, Inca's Grill, Mr. Chef, Mi Kausita y, La Kokona, Uchucuta, La Granja Restaurant, Tranquilo Causa, among others.
Program highlights include: Marinera by the cast of "Sueños de Gloria", a traditional Peruvian dance; Criollo Music by tondero queen Dayan Aldana and Songwriter "Pisko" with his youtube hit sensation; Salsa by "Son D Kalle". Also, a fashion runway by Golati Sports presenting their 2014 collection and a special presentation of the Huayruro jewelry collection from the famous designer, Evelyn Brooks. Peru To The World Expo was inaugurated in 2012 by the current Chairman Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Senator Robert Menendez and the Vice President of Peru, Mrs. Marisol Espinoza.
Source: The Peru Agribusiness Association