guinea pig peru

Guinea Pig Peru

Guinea Pigs: More Than Just Pets in Peru

Traditional Andean Cuisine The Peruvian Andes have a rich culinary tradition, and the guinea pig, or "cuy" as it's known locally, holds a special place. Far from being a pet, cuy has been a dietary staple for millennia in the Andes. Archaeological evidence points to its consumption dating back to 5000 BC. Cuy wasn't just food; it was intertwined...