John and I flew to Lima via Panama on Thursday. We’re staying at the Marriott on the Malecon in Miraflores, where John used to stay when his work in the private sector used to bring him here frequently. We’re enjoying just relaxing, eating some really good food, and seeing some sights.
On Saturday we took a food tour in the Barranco neighborhood. From fried fish sandwiches to fruit to the ubiquitous ceviche, we tried it all. Yesterday we visited a market, then did a ceviche “cooking” class at a nice little restaurant. The chef was a lot of fun, and we ate our ceviche plus a nice entree. And of course, pisco sours to drink.
Friday night we had a great steak at the Peruvian location of La Cabrera, where we used to go in Buenos Aires sometimes. Saturday night, dinner was at Pescados Capitales that our food tour guide recommended (it was very good). Last night, we had delicious sushi at the hotel. Lots of good food!
Yesterday we walked to Kennedy Park. It was full of families out enjoying a beautiful Sunday afternoon. The park is known for its feral cat colony. There are houses for them all over the park, as well as food and water. They all seemed content to get head scratches and belly rubs.
The flowers in the park were gorgeous under the late afternoon sun.
The ocean is beautiful! We have a lovely view from our room. It’s been mesmerizing just to sit and watch the waves. The Malecon and its parks are lovely.
I was glad to come to Peru for a change of scenery after losing Flavia. It’s been so sad to pack away her things, wash the litter boxes and beds, etc. In the mornings, I still expect her to jump on the bed or meow for breakfast. When I’m making my dinner, I still think I need to take her dinner.
John was reading “The Unbearable Lightness of Being” when we arrived and he read me a poignant passage. Karenin, the beloved dog in the story, died and Tereza despaired. “An old thought came back to her: Her home was Karenin, not Tomas. Who would wind the clock of their days when he was gone?”
