INTERNATIONAL CULINARY EXPERIENCES

Bring Peru to your table

Peruvian cuisine, anywhere in the world

Food has the power to connect people with places they may have never visited.

Through ceviches, ají amarillo, leche de tigre and other flavors, ingredients and techniques of Peruvian cuisine, Chef Diego Cerdan creates experiences that go beyond simply serving a meal.

Guests discover the ingredients, stories and traditions behind the food while participating, learning and — most importantly — enjoying the experience together.

Every event can be adapted to the location, audience and ingredients available locally.

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Live Cooking Demonstrations

A culinary experience designed for audiences who want to watch, learn, taste and interact. Ideal for: Hotels ,Private venues, Cultural events, Food festivals, Corporate gatherings, Hospitality experiences, Brands and culinary organizations

Demonstrations can combine cooking, storytelling, ingredient education and tasting.

Peruvian Culinary Experiences

An introduction to Peru through its food.

From ceviche and leche de tigre to ají amarillo and the influences that shaped modern Peruvian cuisine, these experiences combine food with culture and storytelling.

Formats can range from intimate private events to larger demonstrations and educational experiences.

Peruvian Chef · Culinary Instructor · Private Experiences

From New York City to London and beyond, Chef Diego Cerdán creates interactive culinary experiences that bring people together through food, culture and storytelling.

From private cooking classes and live demonstrations to special events and culinary collaborations, each experience is designed around the people, the place and the occasion.

Based in New York City · Available Worldwide

[ PLAN A CULINARY EXPERIENCE ] BOTON

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CULINARY EXPERIENCES

Private Cooking Classes

Interactive, hands-on experiences designed for private groups, celebrations and gatherings.

Guests cook alongside Diego while discovering the techniques, ingredients and stories behind each dish.

Experiences can focus on Peruvian cuisine or be designed around a specific culinary theme.

Guest Chef & Culinary Collaborations

Chef Diego Cerdan is available to collaborate with chefs, restaurants, hotels and culinary venues on special events and experiences.

Collaborations can combine Peruvian techniques and flavors with local ingredients and culinary traditions, creating an experience unique to the destination.

Private & Corporate Events

Interactive culinary experiences can also be created for:

Private celebrations
Company events
Team-building experiences
Residential communities
Client entertainment
Hospitality programming

Each experience is customized according to the group, venue and objectives of the event.

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Reconnect with your body and mind as you escape the noise of everyday life.
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Day One

Arrive & Meet

As everyone arrives, we take time to settle in, get comfortable, and begin connecting with those around us. The journey starts here.

Check-In

9:00 – 9:30am

Group Activity

11:00am

Lunch Break

12:30pm

Creative Workshop

2:00pm

Dinner

6:30pm

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Day Two

Set Intentions & Reflect

Together, we pause to consider our goals, hopes, and direction. This is about aligning with ourselves and with the journey ahead. This is a chance to reconnect with what brought you here—your questions, your hopes, your turning points—and consider how they’ve shifted or deepened.

Check-In

9:00 – 9:30am

Group Activity

11:00am

Lunch Break

12:30pm

Creative Workshop

2:00pm

Dinner

6:30pm

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Day Three

Look Forward & Wrap Up

We explore the possibilities beyond this moment, making space for growth, action, and forward momentum. As we end our time together, we honor the experience, the growth, and the connections made along the way.

Check-In

9:00 – 9:30am

Group Activity

11:00am

Lunch Break

12:30pm

Creative Workshop

2:00pm

Dinner

6:30pm

  • "What I love most is the flexibility. I can go at my own pace, revisit lessons, and keep learning whenever it works for me."

    Former Customer

  • "Even as a total beginner, I never felt lost. The step-by-step structure and encouragement along the way made all the difference."

    Former Customer

  • "This has been such a worthwhile investment in myself."

    Former Customer

How It Works

  • Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you. We host events year-round in all different locations and climates.

  • Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. If plans change, you can cancel up to 14 days before the retreat start to receive a 50% refund.

  • After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.

  • We'd recommend booking your transportation to and from the event as soon as possible, to ensure you can arrive without any complications or delays.

  • Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.

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