Cooking Class - The Peruvian Gathering in Washington, D.C.

Our class with Chef Gustavo was a WONDERFUL experience. He is so kind and welcoming! Notably, I also am a symptomatic celiac and was really reaffirmed when he re-confirmed dietary restrictions and allergies day-of. Only one dish needed a slight modification and he did so thoughtfully and with ease. All of the food we made in the class was delicious and easy enough to replicate at home (with much thanks to Chef Gustavo)! I recommend everyone to take this class but especially folks who are gluten sensitive or Celiac - this one is a great one!

He was personable smart and gave us great cooking advice- excellent all around!! And the food was excellent!!!

Our team had an incredible experience with Chef Gustavo. His teaching techniques are straightforward and easy to follow, making us excited to recreate the dishes we learned. Chef Gustavo infuses each dish with rich history, adding a unique touch that we will cherish. His kitchen is charming and ideal for small groups. We highly recommend Chef Gustavo’s classes and look forward to scheduling another team-building event soon.

Food has been at the heart of the human experience for millennia. For as long as humans have gathered. food meant life or death for the community, and sharing food cemented the common bonds that eventually became society. Chef Gustavo uses this as a preamble for an evening with Peruvian cuisine. He spends time with each student discussing the ingredients and how to properly prepare them. When everything comes together with the proper flavors, temperatures, and presentation, it is a work of art you want to savor with your eyes before you start nibbling at the edges. But the Chef is not at all imposing. In fact, he is accommodating to everyone gathered around the table and respectful of their abilities and their backgrounds. There were seven of us and we all fit comfortably around the table. Everything was just right, and it was an enjoyable evening.

I read all of the reviews before booking and I was not let down. Chef Guatavo is very knowledgeable about cooking and the different cultures that feed into his dishes. He is very passionate and shares that passion with the class and is open to any questions you have. I could not recommend him enough.

It was an amazing experience and we both learned a lot- not just cooking techniques, but history of how the dishes became, which was even more powerful. Chef Gustavo led his class with an emphasis on the joys and passion that go into everyday cooking, I was inspired by his passion and would highly recommend the class to anyone!

Excellent

Awesome class! The food was delicious and Chef Gustavo made a special effort to explain the history and background of the food we were making. He also was very helpful in answering questions about related dishes. Highly highly recommend, a fantastic experience!

Chef Gustavo was amazing! Food and atmosphere were great and I'm more educated about Peruvian cuisine now. Wonderful team gathering.

Amazing food and super informative! Thank you Chef !

Great time with Chef Gustavo. Learned a great deal about cooking techniques and stories behind the menu. The Peruvian Experience was outstanding, as he brings his heart and soul to the class, and we all walked away with knowledge, laughter and great experiences. And the food was outstanding!

I have never learned so much in a cooking class. Chef Gustavo curated an outstanding culinary tour of Peru, backed with colorful stories and flavorful food. I feel confident recreating the dishes and look forward to taking more of his classes

Chef Gustavo prepared a great class for us and gave us the confidence that we can do it at home. He’s also very knowledgeable about history and the cultural significance and background of the food.

We had such a great time. Chef Gustavo is the best.

Excellent meal. Good cooking tips and a lovely and very interesting host.

Very pleasant, entertaining, and educational!

Informative and delicious, everyone cleaned their plates

Incredible class!!!