Allons-y!

Weiyen's birthday dinner at Canchita


Went over to Weiyen's place for some pre-dinner shots and was treated to this amazing sunset view from his apartment! 





Exercised restraint and only had one drink at Canchita, since it was a school night. I had the Amarillo Smash - Dark Rum, Aji Amarillo, Lime, Mint, Elderflower.

Weiyen had a Classic Pisco Sour - Pisco Quebranta, Fresh Lime, Egg White, Bitters. Minyuan ordered a Gin & Chicha (background) - Dry Gin, Spiced Purple Corn, Green Apple, Lemon.

Here goes our exotic meal of Peruvian food-

Octopus a la Brasa: Grilled Octopus, Beans, Avocado “Parrillera” Sauce, Parsley Mayo

Ceviche Clásico: Market Fish, White Tiger’s Milk, Red Onions, Sweet Potato, Canchita

Chicken Anticuchos

Patacones: Green Plantain Crackers with Guacamole

Tiradito Passion: Peruvian Uni, Sliced Hokkaido Scallops, Passion Fruit Tiger’s Milk, Chalaquita

Chicken Tacos

Not pictured is the Beef Tacos which was even tastier!! 

Cochinito Criollo - Roasted Suckling Pig, Sweet Potato Puree, Honey Sauce, Green Salad

Sudado Amarillito - Peruvian Fisherman Soup, Clams, Yellow Chilli, “Chicha de Jora” Corn Cider, Canchita

Arroz con Mariscos: Langoustine, Prawns, Calamari & Fish Rice, Peruvian Panca Chili, Tomatoes, Crab Butter, White Wine

Arroz con Leches - Peruvian Rice Pudding, Raisins and Coconut

Alfajores - Butter Cookies, Dulce de Leche, Pineapple Compote

Complimentary dessert of deconstructed oreo and chocolate ganache. 

Tres Leches: Traditional Moist Coconut Cake, Strawberries, Pastry Cream

The unexpected camaraderie is the most precious thing I've gained after leaving the gym!