Peru 2009 - Peruvian Gastronomy

Technical Details:
Issuing Date: 03 August 2009
Width: 40.00 mm
Height: 30.00 mm
Denomination: 3.00 PEN
Set of 5
Format: Miniature Sheet of 5 of 5 Designs
Perforations: 13.5 x 13.5
Issuing Authority: Servicios Postales del Peru SA
Printer: Thomas Greg and Sons Peru

This image is a souvenir sheet of Peruvian gastronomy postage stamps issued by Peru. The sheet features images and names of several traditional dishes:

3.00 PEN - Peruvian Gastronomy - Tacacho con cecina: A dish from the Amazon region with fried plantain balls and dried pork.

3.00 PEN - Peruvian Gastronomy - Ocopa: A popular appetizer from Arequipa consisting of boiled potatoes with a creamy sauce made from aji amarillo, cheese, and walnuts.

3.00 PEN - Peruvian Gastronomy - Cebiche de conchas negras: A type of ceviche using black scallops, a delicacy from the northern coast.

3.00 PEN - Peruvian Gastronomy - Picante de papa con cuy frito: A traditional Andean dish of a spicy potato stew served with fried guinea pig.

3.00 PEN - Peruvian Gastronomy - Frejoles con cabrito: A hearty dish of beans with slow-cooked goat meat, typical of northern Peru.