Gastronomic products from Viña del Mar

• Pacific Seafood

  Viña del Mar, being a coastal city, is famous for its abundance of fresh seafood. Local restaurants offer a variety of seafood dishes, including ceviche, seafood empanadas, and conger eel caldillo. The seafood is caught daily in the Pacific Ocean, guaranteeing its freshness and flavor.

• Crab Cake

  Crab cake is a traditional dish from the region that consists of a mixture of crab meat, breadcrumbs, milk, white wine and spices, all baked to a creamy texture. This dish is a delight for seafood lovers and is a specialty that cannot be missed in Viña del Mar.

• Chorrillana

  Chorrillana is a popular dish in Viña del Mar and throughout Chile. It consists of a mountain of French fries topped with beef, caramelized onions, fried eggs, and sometimes sausage. It is a hearty and delicious dish, perfect to share with friends after a day exploring the city.

• Wines from the Valparaíso region

  Viña del Mar is located in the Valparaíso wine region, known for its excellent white and red wines. Visitors can enjoy wine tastings at the area's many wineries, where they can learn about the winemaking process and taste some of Chile's best wines.

• Ceviche

  Originally from Peru but popular in many coastal South American countries, ceviche is a refreshing dish made with raw fish marinated in citrus juice, usually lemon or lime, and seasoned with onion, cilantro and chili. It is known for its freshness and vibrant flavor.

• Empanadas

  These are filled pastas that can be found in almost all South American countries, although their fillings and shapes can vary significantly from place to place. Empanadas can be filled with meat, chicken, cheese, ham, or combinations of ingredients such as meat with olives and eggs. They can be baked or fried, and are popular as snacks or quick meals.

• Pisco

  Pisco is a grape spirit that is very popular in Peru and Chile, where each country has its own designation of origin and unique production traditions. It is the main ingredient of the famous Pisco Sour cocktail, which combines pisco with lemon juice, egg white, sugar and Angostura bitters. This liquor is a distinctive drink of the region and is celebrated with festivals and competitions in both countries.