Discover Amazing Peru: Embassy of Peru Dinner Reception, Art Exhibit, and Evening of Peruvian Culture
Learn about the rich culture and heritage of Peru, as you discover one of the world’s most amazing travel destinations. Meet other ICDC members & enjoy a buffet dinner of Peruvian delicacies.
We are completely sold out and look forward to seeing you at a future event! No additional tickets will be available at the entrance.

Event Date

Friday, October 5, 2018 at 7:00 PM

Event Address

Embassy of Peru
1700 Massachusetts Ave., NW
Washington DC 20036

Requested Attire

Business or cocktail attire requested.

Event Description

You are cordially invited to escape with us to amazing Peru, one of the world’s most wondrous travel destinations. Your evening at the Embassy of Peru includes a presentation of Peruvian art as well as a dinner buffet of traditional Peruvian delicacies and Pisco Sour, their National cocktail. You will have a wonderful evening whether you attend on your own or invite your friends to join us.

Peru is the third largest country in South America and its home to a section of Amazon rain-forest and Machu Picchu, an ancient Inca city high in the Andes Mountains. Peru’s steady gastronomic ascent over the past 15 years has accelerated to a rapid boom, a source of national pride and a motor of the economy as increasing numbers of tourists head there to sample the original and varied cuisine. Join us to discover beautiful Peru!

Dinner Buffet Menu (Selections may change):
 
Aji de Gallina
Shredded chicken stew that is slightly spicy and bright yellow from the famous aji amarillo peppers.  This dish is served with Basmati rice, boiled yellow potatoes and slice of hard-boiled egg.
 
Seco de Res
Cilantro beef stew.  It’s a bright plate that comes from colors form fresh vegetable.  Comes with Basmati rice and frijol Canario.
 
Quinoa Salad topped with Avocado from Peru
With rainbow peppers, cucumber, carrots, cilantro, onions and tomato.
 
Papa a la Hunacaina
Boiled mini colorful potato with a fresh cheese sauce.
 
Vegetable mini causa
A causa is a Peruvian dish that involves a vegetable salad on top seasoned yellow potatoes.  
 
Dessert:

Mazamorra Morada
Traditional Peruvian dessert made from purple corn and fruit
 
Arroz con leche
Peruvian Rice pudding.
 
Please note that the event is presented as a stand-up buffet dinner reception so you can walk around the embassy to enjoy various facets of the event and not as a seated function. If you have any special considerations, please let us know in advance so we may assist you.

We are completely sold out and look forward to seeing you at a future event! No additional tickets will be available at the entrance.

Event Agenda (May change)

Event Agenda
7:00 PM Admission Commences
Welcome Remarks. Learn about Peruvian culture and tourism.
Dinner buffet reception.
9:00 PM Evening Concludes

We Are Grateful for Your Support

We greatly appreciate your contribution towards the International Club of DC Inc by making your reservation. Your support makes it possible for us to present diverse cultural events to our members. Kindly note that your contribution is unrelated to the embassy or venue the event is being presented at and all proceeds from the event are used solely by International Club of DC Inc. to cover expenses related to presenting cultural events to our members.

Map/Parking

The Embassy is just a few blocks from the DuPont Circle Metro on the Red Line. Please note that parking in the vicinity of the Embassy is limited to street parking. Metro or other transportation service is recommended.

Please note that the map is enclosed below as a courtesy to you and for your convenience but we do not guarantee the accuracy of the map or the directions provided by Google. It is your responsibly to arrive safely and on time at the address of the event disclosed above.

Parking is limited to street parking in the vicinity of the venue. Kindly note that, as is the case in most major cities, the availability of street parking in Washington DC is limited and beyond our control. Due to the limited availability of parking, we highly recommend a cab, Uber/Lyft or other transportation option. The event start at the designated time so please allow sufficient time for traffic/travel/transportation and parking as these factors are beyond our control.