"Much like Miami’s own history, Peru’s culture and cuisine has been influenced by many different countries. Peruvian restaurants abound in Miami, the rise in trend beginning in the early 2010s, paralleling the increase in immigration from the country in the early aughts. El Chalan has two locations, and has been around since before Peruvian cuisine picked up steam around the world. This South Beach spot continues to be popular because it eschews a pretentious atmosphere and has a large menu of ceviches, especially popular in Miami’s tropical climate, and heartier dishes such as lomo saltado and tallarines verdes." - mandy baca