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Picarones with syrup in Lima
Traditional

Picarones

in Lima

A beloved Peruvian street dessert of sweet potato and squash dough fried into rings, then drizzled with spiced chancaca syrup.

Did you know?

Picarones date back to colonial-era Lima and are still a classic nighttime treat sold at markets and street stalls.

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Where to Find It

2 places to try Picarones in Lima

Picarones served with chancaca syrup in Lima

Dulces & Picarones Mary

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Miraflores

A local favorite dessert stand for classic picarones served hot with chancaca syrup in the heart of Miraflores.

Fresh picarones from a Miraflores street stall

Parque Kennedy Picarones Stall

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Miraflores

Street-side picarones stalls around Parque Kennedy are a go-to for a fresh, late-night sweet bite with local flavor.

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