TRAVEL AND WANDER

Spending a couple of weeks in Peru this past June really gave me a taste of what Peruvian life is all about. Peru has hundreds of treasures scattered everywhere. I just didn't have time to absorb it all but I did find time to eat some of the fabulous dishes that Peru is famous for. Ceviche is one of the most popular dishes in Peru and is considered a "national heritage." While visiting Lima for a few days  I got to meet friendly  Carlos who shared a "ceviche" recipe with me that his grandmother taught him to make. It's possible to make "ceviche" anywhere in the world but in beautiful coastal Peru it's truly the ultimate, My thanks (gracias) to Carlo's for showing me the Lima coastline and being kind in providing a delicious recipe for ceviche . (recipe is below)                                            The coastline of Peru where fish is caught to make                                           ceviche! PERUVIAN CEVICHE 2 poun

Melt away your stresses on Peru's northern coast   in laid back M A N C O R A: Where to Stay: Hotel Las Olas f aces the beach. There are hammocks, lounge chairs and a reputable restaurant in the lobby area. A very nice place to stay. Don Giovanni has beachfront rooms and an awesome gelato cafe. A stay at Samana Chakra will have your senses feeling perfect from head to toe. Enjoy the beach life at Casa de Playa Bungalows . Where to Eat: Cevicheria Jasusi serves delicious Peruvian cuisine and their ceviche is the best in town. El Aji  has tasty Mexican food. La Sirena d Juan rarely disappoints it's customers. The fusion dishes are excellent. La Mosca en la Sopa is known for Argentine grilled meats and fresh seafood dishes. Jugeria Mi Janett is the place to go for tasty food, refreshing fresh juice, and great smoothies. Surfing Rules in Mancora Where to take Surfing Lessons: Victor's Surf School has r

Peru, Peru, I wish I were in Mancora, Peru.... Moto Taxi                                These days the whole world seems to know of an amazing place called MACHU PICCHU. It's Peru's top tourist attraction and with good reason but if you're longing for a relaxing time in a picturesque seaside town on the Pacific coast than choose Mancora . Mancora is the kind of place that captures your spirit with it's beautiful beaches, pretty buildings, swaying palms, incredible surfing, and seaside charm. Whether you stay here a day, a week, or a year you'll soon see why so many South American's love to vacation in lovely Mancora. Surfing rules in Mancora and some of the best surfers in South America like hanging out in Mancora. There are plenty of water activities to choose from. How about beach yoga? When I was in Mancora I gave a few free yoga classes on the sandy beach and we all enjoyed views of the ocean while doing are asanas. Mancora is famous for