This month, Aracari’s special gastronomic advisor Maria Julia Raffo has kindly shared with us the details of five dishes Peruvians love to make in summertime.  “Why not use what remains of the summer to bring some Peruvian inspiration into your kitchen” says Maria, whose insight into Peruvian gastronomy and connections to the restaurant scene have created some of the most memorable culinary experiences for Aracari travelers over the last twenty years. Perfect for a light supper, picnic, or BBQ, we’re delighted that Maria will be demonstrating how to prepare each of these dishes in a live stream on Aracari’s Instagram channel over the coming months. You can join Maria’s first culinary demonstration on Sunday 13th September over at @aracaritravel – we’ll keep you updated with the full method and list of ingredients you’ll need to take part on our blog and newsletter. 1. Solterito The dish from Arequipa, whose name translates as 'unmarried' or 'single', because it was once only eaten by bachelors. Chef Martin Morales suggests a salad like this is light but filling and has traditionally helped "loveless bachelors to stay svelte while each one searched for a wife." So, how do you make Solterito? Quite simply the salad is a mix of broad beans, tomato, corn, salad onions, cottage cheese, and botija olives dressed in a mildly spicy vinaigrette made from Causa de Alcachofa de Jerusalén (Rocoto peppers). Bursting with flavour, and very colorful to look at, Solterito is the perfect recipe for the hottest of summer days, and when the sun is shining. 2. Papa a la Huancai­na (Huancayo style potatoes) High in the Andes is the magnificent city of Huancayo, where the dish known as Papa a la Huancai­na (Huancayo style potatoes) originates. This dish simply requires you to boil potatoes and dress them with