Exactly. Can't say enough about our experience here.

Our waiter was friendly, happy to joke about the somewhat-ludicrous eating experience we were having.

(@pramidianlima) If they were ants, they were ants that came packed with a punch of umami flavor (that elusive “savory” flavor evoked by stuff like anchovy, fish sauce, and miso). Are you starting to get an idea of the art exhibit aspect of this meal?

Central (Lima, Perú). It’s a gorgeous view, and certainly part of the joy of visiting Central – you’re right there! There’s no huge sign, no menu out front – you can only tell you’re in the right place because of an employee out front who’s looking for you. Lima is a gorgeous city. 2018-07-10T14:31:00Z Central does not open in Sunday’s. 6.8m Posts - See Instagram photos and videos taken at ‘Lima, Peru’ It tasted a lot like that as well.

Sure, the locals know it — maybe they've even been eating it for generations, as is the case with many of the Amazonian ingredients on the menu — but the vast majority of people outside of Peru have never experienced, say, river shrimp (for just one example). Enjoy!Innovative & Unique in all the world, flawless experienceIf you happen to have a reservation get your wallet preparedWe rank these hotels, restaurants, and attractions by balancing reviews from our members with how close they are to this location.How much should I expect to spend in a couple dinner?

is the subtle visage of Central, on a side street tucked a few blocks from the ocean. Apartment buildings and corporate offices overlook the water, while tourists and locals shop and eat below. Here's what a 12-course meal at Lima's Central — one of the best restaurants in the world — looks and tastes like Tanya Dua 2019-06-08T18:55:20Z Ben Gilbert / Business Insider Central Instagram @virgiliocentral The Miraflores restaurant of chef Virgilio Martinez, who is also known for the Michelin starred restaurant LIMA in London, Central has a steadfast position among the best restaurants in the world, named Latin America’s number one restaurant in 2017, while coming in at number five in the World’s 50 Best. That’s because this is early in the meal – beyond elevation and region, the 17-course tasting menu has a section of appetizer-like bites, a section of slightly larger main dishes, and a section of desserts. I don't know either.And that's the point: There's a wealth of largely undiscovered flavor and texture in Peru. But rest assured, they are delicious and unique and something I’m looking forward to eating again in the future.

The item above was especially tasty — crunchy and airy in structure, with subtle vegetal flavors that popped from the touch of sauce on top.If you're thinking this looks like a chip with some dip on it, you're right — it totally does.

:) im Nicolette Lima.

Beyond the gorgeous presentations, each dish appeared in a flurry of action as waiters danced around our table: Forks and knives were replaced for each dish (that's 17 forks per person), and dishes arrived seemingly all at once.There were no instances of waiting during our meal, though there were a few moments of much appreciated downtime. But then I feel that way about most tasting menus. It sits along the western coast of Peru, its beaches kissed by the Pacific Ocean.It's no surprise that Lima is known for ceviche — a dish that consists of fresh, raw seafood that's cured in citrus juice, mixed with raw red onion, and bolstered by aji chilies (a spicy pepper similar to a Fresno chili).It's a dish that brings together much of what defines Peruvian cuisine.Ceviche is a great representation of Peru's vast ecological diversity.