Siete (República 476 y Pradera, Av. De la República Quito) – originalmente conocido como “Blues”, este lugar toca bailes electrónicos y música house (que tienden a atraer a los estudiantes universitarios de clase media y alta de Ecuador). Las multitudes vienen aquí tan tarde como a las 3:00 a.m. (lo que lo convierte en uno […]
Casa Hacienda Los Condes (Antigua Hacienda San Isidro, Av. Paz Soldan 290, Lima) – this one-time colonial manor was once used as a reception hall by the South American liberator José de San Martín. It’s now an upscale restaurant that serves a variety of local & international dishes. Realistically, patrons come here as much to […]
Casa Hacienda Los Condes (Antigua Hacienda San Isidro, Av. Paz Soldan 290, Lima) – esta antigua mansión colonial fue utilizada como sala de recepción por el libertador sudamericano José de San Martín. Ahora es un restaurante exclusivo que sirve una variedad de platos locales e internacionales. Siendo realistas, los clientes vienen aquí tanto para ver […]
Canta Rana (Genova 101, Barranco, Lima) – this well-regarded restaurant is known for its ceviche (Peru’s national dish), and at reasonable prices. Because of its popularity, diners are advised to get there before 12 Noon or after 3 pm (to get a table). First-time diners are advised to ignore the restaurant’s Spartan reputation, which is […]
Canta Rana (Genova 101, Barranco, Lima): este restaurante bien conocido es conocido por su ceviche (plato nacional de Perú) y a precios razonables. Debido a su popularidad, se recomienda a los comensales llegar antes de las 12 del mediodía o después de las 3 p. M. (Para conseguir una mesa). Se aconseja a los comensales […]
Astrid & Gastón (Calle Cantuarías 175, Lima) – located in Lima’s diplomatic district, this has been rated one of the best restaurants in Lima. Among the recommended dishes are Peking style coy (Guinea Pig) and Lomo Saltado (a delicious sirloin steak stir fry served with sautéed red onions and fresh plum tomatoes and French Fries […]
Astrid y Gastón (Calle Cantuarías 175, Lima) – ubicado en el distrito diplomático de Lima, ha sido calificado como uno de los mejores restaurantes de Lima. Entre los platos recomendados se encuentran el tímido estilo de Pekín (Conejillo de Indias) y el Lomo Saltado (un delicioso filete de solomillo salteado con cebollas rojas salteadas y […]
Cali Salsoteca (Panama 418 e/Tomás Martínez y Imbabura, Guayaquil) – located in the heart of Guayaquil’s Zona Rosa (and a block away from Malecon 2000), this is a major Salsa nightspot. For non-Hispanic visitors, a visit here will expose them to contemporary Latin music (which is prevalent in various Latin countries, as well as Puerto […]
Coffee Tree (Reina Victoria y Foch, Quito) – for those hanging out in the Plaza Foch area, this is a good place to sit back, have a drink and do some people watching. On occasion, those recovering from a night of partying may come here for a freshly-roasted cup of coffee.
Salsoteca Lavoe (Iñaquito E2-17 y Av. Naciones Unidas, Quito) – located northwest of Parque la Carolina, this nightspot is for Salsa music lovers (this club was named alter Puerto Rican salsa sensation Hector Lavoe). To no surprise, there’s always a live Salsa band here (with occasional acts & bands representing other genres of Latin music, […]