explore PERU

Bring the bold, diverse flavors of Peru into your kitchen with our Peruvian cooking kit. Discover unique ingredients, vibrant dishes, and a culinary tradition shaped by rich cultural influences.

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explore PERU kit
For family fun and educational adventures

Turn mealtime into a fun, hands-on learning experience as you explore the cuisine, geography, history, art, and culture of Peru. Learn all about the cultural evolution of Peruvian cuisine.

Perfect for curious kids or homeschool familiesSee what’s inside the Family Kit.

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For date night and cultural gatherings with friends

Spice up your date night or wow your guests with globally inspired dishes from Peru paired with expertly crafted cocktails, mocktails, wine and beer suggestions. Learn about Peru as a country and the cultural evolution of Peruvian cuisine. See what’s inside the Adult Kit.

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What’s Inside Peru Family Box?

3 Authentic Peruvian Step-by-Step Recipes

3 Authentic Peruvian Step-by-Step Recipes

(4 servings each)

5-7 Shelf Stable Ingredients/Mixes

5-7 Shelf Stable Ingredients/Mixes

(pre-measured sauces and spice blends)

Shopping List

Shopping List

(for fresh ingredients)

1 Peru Flag Pin and 1 Sticker

1 Peru Flag Pin and 1 Sticker

16-Page Cultural
Explorer Booklet

16-Page Cultural
Explorer Booklet

(explore Peru's food traditions and geography, including music, movies & books)

Online Membership Portal Access

Online Membership Portal Access

(including cooking videos, blogs, recipes)

Fun Cooking Tool

Fun Cooking Tool

1 Passport in your first box

1 Passport in your first box

3 Authentic Peruvian Step-by-Step Recipes

3 Authentic Peruvian Step-by-Step Recipes

(4 servings each)

5-7 Shelf Stable Ingredients/Mixes

5-7 Shelf Stable Ingredients/Mixes

(pre-measured sauces and spice blends)

Shopping List

Shopping List

(for fresh ingredients)

1 Peru Flag Pin and 1 Sticker

1 Peru Flag Pin and 1 Sticker

What’s Inside Peru Family Box?
16-Page Cultural
Explorer Booklet

16-Page Cultural
Explorer Booklet

(explore Peru's food traditions and geography, including music, movies & books)

Online Membership Portal Access

Online Membership Portal Access

(including cooking videos, blogs, recipes)

Fun Cooking Tool

Fun Cooking Tool

1 Passport in your first box

1 Passport in your first box

What’s Inside Peru Family Box?
Recipe details

Recipe details

The recipes reflect well-known Peruvian dishes and vibrant, diverse flavor profiles, from bold spices to fresh coastal influences, while the cultural booklet introduces you to traditions, regional diversity, and everyday life across Peru. These 3 popular Peruvian recipes serve 4 people. Additional spices and sauces or other add ons are available for larger families. Note - click on recipe mixes for ingredients and nutritional facts.

Lomo Saltado

Lomo Saltado

Lomo Saltado is a famous Peruvian stir-fry dish that originated from Chinese immigrants in Peru. Chinese Peruvian fusion cuisine in Peru is known as chifa which comes from the Chinese words “chi fan” meaning “to eat.” Chifa uses Chinese techniques (stir-fry) and ingredients (soy sauce & oyster sauce) and applies them to local ingredients (potatoes, beef loin). Lomo Saltado literally means “jumped loin” – beef tenderloin stir-fried over high flame (“jumped”) with onions and vegetables.

Pollo a la Brasa

Pollo a la Brasa

One of the better known Peruvian dishes in the US, Pollo a la Brasa is a roasted / rotisserie chicken packed with Peruvian flavors with influences of the Chinese and Japanese communities. The key to this recipe is the intense flavored green sauce, Aji Verde, that accompanied the roasted chicken.

Papa Rellena

Papa Rellena

Who doesn’t like fried stuffed mashed potatoes? There are so many countries with their own versions of stuffed mashed potatoes - croquetas from Spain, croquettes from France, aloo tikki from India, korokke from Japan, crocchette from Italy, and of course, Papa Rellena from Peru. Papa Rellena is a great comfort food that kids of all ages will love.

Lomo Saltado

Lomo Saltado is a famous Peruvian stir-fry dish that originated from Chinese immigrants in Peru. Chinese Peruvian fusion cuisine in Peru is known as chifa which comes from the Chinese words “chi fan” meaning “to eat.” Chifa uses Chinese techniques (stir-fry) and ingredients (soy sauce & oyster sauce) and applies them to local ingredients (potatoes, beef loin). Lomo Saltado literally means “jumped loin” – beef tenderloin stir-fried over high flame (“jumped”) with onions and vegetables.

Pollo a la Brasa

One of the better known Peruvian dishes in the US, Pollo a la Brasa is a roasted / rotisserie chicken packed with Peruvian flavors with influences of the Chinese and Japanese communities. The key to this recipe is the intense flavored green sauce, Aji Verde, that accompanied the roasted chicken.

Papa Rellena

Who doesn’t like fried stuffed mashed potatoes? There are so many countries with their own versions of stuffed mashed potatoes - croquetas from Spain, croquettes from France, aloo tikki from India, korokke from Japan, crocchette from Italy, and of course, Papa Rellena from Peru. Papa Rellena is a great comfort food that kids of all ages will love.

Discover Peru

Discover Peru

PERU, located on the western coast of South America, is known for its breathtaking Andes Mountains, ancient civilizations, and rich culinary traditions. Once the heart of the Inca Empire, Peru preserves a deep connection to its Indigenous heritage while blending Spanish and modern influences. From the ruins of Machu Picchu to the Amazon rainforest, it is a land of history, diversity, and natural wonder. Peruvian cuisine is known for its bold, diverse flavors, blending indigenous ingredients with Spanish, African, and Asian influences in every dish. This kit makes those flavors approachable, even if you have never cooked Peruvian food before.

Discover Peru Discover Peru

FAQs

eat2explore is suitable for ALL ages - designed for ages 5 and up with adult guidance. Family Edition kits are ideal for kids and parents cooking together, while Adult Edition boxes include drink pairings for date nights and group gatherings.

• Families looking for fun quality time together • Parents who want to cook with their kids • Homeschool families and cultural learning activities • Gift-givers looking for meaningful, educational experiences • Curious young explorers who love discovering the world

• Couples planning at-home date nights • Hosts looking for a unique dinner party idea • Foodies who enjoy global flavors • Gift-givers seeking an experience-based present • Adults with dietary preferences, such as gluten-free or vegetarian options.

Dried spice blends typically last over two years. Sauces are hot-filled and Cornell Food Tech approved, with a shelf life of over one year unopened. Fresh batches are produced monthly.

You can choose individual country boxes or build your own bundle by selecting the specific countries you’d like to explore - all shipped together in one shipment. For our monthly subscription, you’ll receive a new featured country box each month. Country selection is not available with the subscription.

Some of our country boxes are suitable for gluten-free and vegetarian diets because the spice blends and sauce mixes included in those boxes are gluten-free and vegetarian. These boxes are specially identified as Gluten-Free or Vegetarian-Optional. Vegetarian-Optional means that while some recipes may traditionally include meat, we provide clear vegetarian and vegan cooking instructions along with easy ingredient swap suggestions.

We currently ship to all U.S. states and Canada. Orders are processed within 2–3 business days, and delivery times vary depending on the shipping address and carrier. Please check your order tracking for details. Shipping of explore boxes is free for customers in the continental United States, with an additional fee for Hawaii, Alaska, and Canada. We also offer expedited shipping within the U.S. for an additional cost.

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Overall rating: 4.384277 / 5 from 1590 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Explore Peru offers a delightful experience with a variety of delicious recipes, fun and educational boxes, and a mix of opinions on the kids' version. The food and meals are highly praised, while opinions on ingredients vary. The product is also appreciated as a perfect gift.

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  • Concept Appeal: 5%
  • Recipe Enjoyment: 21%
  • Box Enjoyment: 14%
  • Food Quality: 10%
  • Country Variety: 5%

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Review highlights

  • "It has easy recipes to follow, nice presentation and fun little things for younger kids to do as well as older."Stephanie E.
  • "All the Eat to Explore boxes come with high quality recipes, quality ingredients and top notch information."Autumn B.
  • "We love that the meals and literature fit in Perfectly with our World Government Independent Study Course."Denise F.

Reviews

Bought my husband a subscription - no regrets

"Bought him a subscription when it was just one type of box - so like the family one. We loved it! Now I see there’s a date night one for adults specifically and am very tempted to resubscribe for his next gift"

Melissa (5/5)

Still checking it out, but so far, so good.

"So far so good. We accidentally used the wrong seasoning packet on our first meal, lol, but it was a great learning experience. So far everything seems easy to follow. I may have more thoughts after a few more boxes."

Abigail M. (5/5)

The BEST Stay Home Date Night!

"We thoroughly enjoyed this Italy kit. It was thoughtfully put together and it makes for a really great few date nights! After doing our first one, we are both looking forward to cooking our next meal from our kitchen together!"

Katrina W. (5/5)

Explore France

"I provided this to my clients after their cruise to France. They all loved it, and really thought it was unique. They also said that the chicken came out just like the recipe and was so moist and tasty."

Dana O. (5/5)

Best buy ever!

"We have gotten all the kits from each country and our family really enjoys them! They're educational, not only for the kids but for us adults as well. The recipes bring us together as we learn facts about different countries, cooking techniques, and trying new food."

Lyndsi G. (5/5)

Great Homeschooling Activity!

"It was such a great experience shopping for the ingredients together as a family and then coming home to cook it together! Such a great learning activity to add to homeschooling. My daughter is 4 and loved this whole experience! She got to learn about Greece too and then eat a dish we personally made. How fun is that!?"

Sophia X. (5/5)

Easy recipes to enjoy

"My 12y made Jamaican Curry. It came out delicious."

Aaliyah #. (5/5)

Excellent for homeschooling

"Kids love exploring the world with this subscription. They love cooking the recipes. Instructions are easy to follow, and dishes are delicious! The passport and the flag pins are very exciting for them!"

Sky T. (5/5)

Deluxe explorer bundle

"We got the apron and the cookbook, which is awesome, but we didn't get the 2 country boxes."

Taletha M. (2/5)

Monthly subscription

"I got my son the 6 month subscription to start and see how we liked it. So far we have enjoy each month. But all the months we have gotten have been countries from Asia and my son is started getting bored. I wish we would have gotten more of a variety of other countries. Overall we have enjoyed trying new recipes and foods that we wouldn’t have otherwise tried. I definitely would consider renewing our subscription in the future."

Allison #. (3/5)

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