Bolivia will be in full on celebration mode as it marks 200 years of independence in 2025. Bicentennial or not, now is a great time to go and experience its dynamic food scene. The epicentre is La Paz, which has three establishments in Latin America’s Top 100 Restaurants — Gustu, Phayawi and Ancestral — each focusing on locally-sourced produce merged with contemporary cooking techniques.
Book a culinary journey with Lightfoot Travel to truly savour Bolivia’s authentic flavours. “Our bespoke itineraries include meals at the city’s most exciting restaurants and a traditional Andean picnic called ‘Apthapi’ on Lake Titicaca. Typical dishes include potatoes (there are 1500 varieties in Bolivia), quinoa, freshly-caught trout, llama meat and artisanal Andean cheeses,” says Olie Lever, Head of Americas at Lightfoot Travel
“The food is laid out on a colourful woven aguayo and everyone gathers to share the meal, embodying the heart of Aymara hospitality.” The perfect way to end the feast? A shot of Singani, Bolivia’s national spirit.
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Source: CNA
