From Peru to the World: UNESCO Recognizes Ceviche as Cultural Heritage

When it comes to flavors and knowledge, Latin America stands out as one of the most important regions in the world. Mexico, with its eclectic mix of ingredients and spices, has more and more restaurants ranking globally and another triumph: UNESCO recognized Peruvian ceviche as part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity! The Peruvian ceviche is one of the standout dishes of that country's gastronomy, as it is prepared with emblematic ingredients from the region: fresh fish, lime juice, red onion, sweet potato, corn, and more. The combination of fresh fish with citrus flavor and the different textures of corn and sweet potato make it an unmatched dish. You can also see: Why is Peruvian gastronomy so famous in the world? Peruvian ceviche conquers the world A few days ago, Peru received recognition that few nations and culinary traditions have achieved: to become part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity! All thanks to the famous Peruvian ceviche. Do you like this classic of Peruvian gastronomy? In a meeting held in Botswana, the UNESCO committee decided to inscribe Peruvian ceviche as Intangible Cultural Heritage thanks to it being one of the most representative and famous recipes of that country. In a press release, Guiomar Alonso Cano, the UNESCO representative in Peru, mentioned the following: “We congratulate the Ministry of Culture for steering this process that highlights the important value of the practices and meanings associated with the preparation and consumption of ceviche. It is a cultural practice that is directly related to sustainable development and values artisanal fishing, the sustainable production of lime, but also as a representative expression of traditional Peruvian food, of sharing, social cohesion, and recognition among Peruvians.” It is important to note that there is not just one recipe for ceviche, as there are different versions in each region, making this dish a living representation of the diversity in that country. Likewise, Peruvian ceviche can be enjoyed daily or on special occasions, and it can be found in all restaurants and homes.  See more: 10 must-try dishes of typical Peruvian food Another important characteristic of ceviche is that it highlights the freshness of the ingredients and the great agricultural diversity that exists in Peru. Moreover, it is a dish that benefits the local economy. In this sense, Mariana Escobar, representative of the FAO in Peru, explained that:  “If there is one dish that unites Peruvians in Peru's agri-food system, it is ceviche. Fish and limes from the north, onions and garlic from the south, sweet potatoes and corn from the center of the country, and the different chilies come together to remind us of the heritage of agrobiodiversity and good eating that pre-Columbian populations of fishermen and family farmers left for Peru and humanity.” If you are a fan of Peruvian food and especially ceviche, we are sure that our recipe will fascinate you, as we teach you how to make this recipe step by step and give you our best cooking tips to make it delicious.  You might be interested in: Must-try dishes from Peru