Flavors of the Vilcanota River: Nature-Inspired Signature Cuisine

The Vilcanota River, known downstream as Urubamba, flows through the heart of the Sacred Valley, nurturing both land and tradition. Along its banks, chefs create culinary art that merges Andean heritage with innovation.
 At Casa del Sol Machu Picchu Boutique Hotel, dining becomes an extension of the landscape—each dish mirrors the colors, aromas, and essence of the surrounding nature.

Inspiration That Flows from the River

For centuries, the Vilcanota has sustained life and culture. Today, it inspires a new generation of chefs to honor their environment through gastronomy.
Fresh trout from its tributaries, wild herbs, and native crops from nearby terraces compose dishes that celebrate the Sacred Valley’s biodiversity.

Ingredients of the Andean Landscape

• Urubamba trout: fresh and delicate, served grilled, steamed, or with herbal emulsions.
• Native potatoes: over 3,000 colorful varieties that define Andean cuisine.
• Aromatic herbs: muña, huacatay, paico, and chincho infuse each bite with mountain freshness.
• Ancient grains: quinoa, kiwicha, and cañihua provide texture and nourishment.
• Valley fruits: chirimoya, tumbo, and lúcuma bring natural sweetness and contrast.

Signature Cuisine Rooted in Tradition

Sacred Valley chefs reinterpret ancient recipes with modern techniques.

A trout tiradito with muña foam, creamy quinoa with Cusco mushrooms, or a deconstructed pachamanca tasting—all reveal how Andean cuisine evolves while preserving its soul.
At Casa del Sol Machu Picchu, each dish tells the story of flowing water, fertile soil, and the people who have cultivated this land for generations.

Pairings and Sensory Experiences

Peruvian wines, aromatic piscos, and herbal infusions enhance the culinary experience.
Guests can dine beside the river, surrounded by the natural soundscape of the Vilcanota—a moment of serenity that connects food, place, and spirit.

Cuisine inspired by the Vilcanota River captures the essence of life in the Andes.
 At Casa del Sol Machu Picchu Boutique Hotel, gastronomy becomes a dialogue between nature and culture—a celebration of flavor, art, and the living soul of the Sacred Valley.