Pucquio
Day 3: 5-Course Nouveau Peruvian Tasting Series
Simply put, Peruvian cuisine is remarkable. Here is a country that boasts 3,000 varieties of potatoes, celebrates a glorious tradition of ceviche, and regards guinea pig as a delicacy -- worry not, though; there won't be any guinea pig on our menu! Chef Carlos Moreira, who previously honed his skills in many of the Bay Area's most lauded Michelin-Starred restaurants (see his bio below), opened this gem in Oakland in 2013 and has become a genuine food destination ever since. Holding coveted spots on SF Chronicle's "Top Oakland Restaurants" List and 7X7's "Best South American in SF & Oakland" List. Pucquio boasts a casual and inviting atmosphere where diners get over dishes that hearken back to Peru’s exciting and diverse street food. Think fried plantains, lomo saltado, the classic Chinese-influenced beef stir-fry, and, of course, lots of ceviche. Oakland Magazine calls a visit to Pucquio “one of the best nights out the East Bay has to offer.” Chef Moreira per usual will be coming out of the kitchen throughout the evening to educate us about Peruvian food and take your questions, and we look forward to hearing his answers!
About the Host:
Carlos Moreira
Executive Chef & Owner
A Peru native, Chef Carlos Moreira first honed his craft at Jardinière, under legendary Chef Traci des Jardins. He has cooked for many of the city's Michelin-Starred and renowned restaurants, including The Fifth Floor and Cafe Majestic. Pucquio is his first restaurant.
The Lineup
All courses will be individually plated. This menu is Mushroom Free. For the list of restrictions Chef is accommodating, scroll to the bottom of this page. Separate tables will not be able to be accommodated at this event.
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Cebiche de Pescado
morro bay rock cod, aji limo, maldon
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Quinoa Salad
beets, shaved fennel, orange
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Aguadito de Mar
clams, mussels, cilantro, peruvian style congee
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Carapulcra Nikkei
berkshire pork chop, sun dried potato, miso, aji panca
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Delicia de Limon
meyer lemon, aji amarillo, rosemary
Pucquio
5337 College Ave
Oakland, CA 94618
Event FAQs
- Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
- No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
- What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
- Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to support@tastingcollective.com.
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- Due to the large-format nature of our events, restaurants are not able to accommodate all dietary restrictions/food allergies or make any menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). At this event, Chef will be offering substitutions exclusively for the following restrictions/allergies: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Nuts, Gluten, Shellfish, Fish, and Dairy. If you have any of these restrictions/allergies, please make sure to note this info in your profile (in the “Event Preferences” section) before or right after purchasing your tickets so that Chef can prepare accordingly.
