117 (Spanglish) Exploring Peruvian Vegan Cuisine and Cultural Preservation with Nico Vera

In this episode of Peruvians of USA, Nathalie sits down with Nico Vera, a Peruvian journalist and chef based in Portland, Oregon. 🇵🇪 Nico takes us through his inspiring journey from growing up in La Oroya, Peru, to becoming a celebrated food writer and vegan chef in the U.S.

🌟 What You'll Hear:

• Nico’s childhood immersed in Peruvian culture and his accidental first taste of Pisco Sour. 🍹

• How an injury and his future wife inspired his transition to veganism. 🌱

• The art of adapting traditional Peruvian dishes into flavorful vegan recipes. 🍽️

• The cultural significance of Peruvian cuisine and its growing global influence. 🌍

• Nico’s passion for preserving his heritage while innovating with plant-based ingredients.

This episode is a celebration of Peruvian culinary traditions, creativity, and the importance of honoring culture through food. Don’t miss Nico’s reflections and his exciting vision for the future of Peruvian cuisine!

✨ Follow Nico: Find his adventures and recipes on Instagram @PiscoTrail.

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