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baked goods, are made in this charitable foundation that capacitates local at-risk youth as
bakers.
PIZZERIA
La Justina $
( 25-5474; Calle Palacio 110; pizzas S19-30; 6-11pm Mon-Sat)
Traipse through an
uneven stone courtyard to this little gem, a pizza joint with wooden tables and gorgeous
wood-fired pies. Original toppings include tomato, bacon and basil or spinach and garlic.
Uchu Peruvian Steakhouse $$
( 24-6598; Calle Palacio 135; mains S22-48; 12:30-11pm)
With a cozy, cavernous
ambience of low-lit adobe, dark tables and bright turquoise walls, this chic eatery has a
simple menu of meat (steak, alpaca or chicken) and fish cooked on hot volcanic stones at
your table and served with delicious sauces. The staff is knowledgeable and quick to
serve, a real treat.
PERUVIAN
Kintaro $
( Plateros 326, 2nd fl; menu S15, rolls S10-38; 12-3:30pm & 6:30-10pm Mon-Sat)
Local expats rave about the noodle bowls. The set lunch proves a good deal and provides
a welcome change from local flavors. Also serves sushi and sake.
JAPANESE
A Mi Manera $$
( 22-2219;
www.amimaneraperu.com
;
Triunfo 392, 2nd fl; mains S22-42;
10am-10pm)
For a reasonably priced night out, this romantic restaurant serves up tradi-
tional Peruvian cuisine and pasta. Offerings like steak in port sauce, spicy yucca or
mashed muña potatoes comfort and satisfy.
PERUVIAN
Los Perros $
( Tecsecocha 436; mains S17-24)
This Australian-founded gathering spot serves Asian-
slanted bar food at good prices in an intimate couch bar. Try the sesame chicken sandwich
- tender with a side of guacamole and big enough for two.
FUSION
