Next Big Thing: Peruvian
August 6th, 2008 by Brian Ries in Chefs, Gossip, Restaurants
Recently, Todd English (celeb chef and owner of about 1 metric bazillion restaurants) called Peruvian cuisine “the next big thing.” Bon Appetit’s new food blog quickly weighed in, declaring it a trend that needs an ambassador, and pointing to Peruvian celeb chef Gaston Acurio as — possibly — the face that could launch a thousand tiraditos.
I hate to say I told you so, but Sarasota chef Darwin Santa Maria of oft-lauded Selva Grill made the same prediction about Peruvian food almost a year ago. Sarasota is home to no less than four decent Peruvian joints. Only question is: what about the Bay area? Know any great places to grab some ceviche, causa and sauces laced with glorious aji pepper?
(Thanks to Grub Street.)
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August 6th, 2008 at 4:29 pm
Norky’s in Town and Country off Hanley on Ambassador close to the Post Office.
August 7th, 2008 at 6:14 pm
Ceviche Fresco is my pick…in an unassuming strip mall like every other ethnic find in Tampa…but the ceviche is top notch
August 15th, 2008 at 7:54 am
Terra Sur in Carrollwood VLg has tasty ceviche but hit or miss service.