Every Dish Tells a Story
1977
Birth of the Tradition
After the passing of her mother, Doña Hermelinda began her Arequipa cuisine business at home, later moving to Mariano Melgar, where she opened “La Fiera.”
1985
A Journey That Changed Everything
Doña Hermelinda was invited to a festival of Arequipa cuisine at Emilio Peschiera’s restaurant “El Cerro Sito” in Lima, which expanded her fame.
1991
Opening the Doors
Doña Hermelinda opened her new picantería, “Tradición Arequipeña,” blending Arequipa’s culinary traditions with the service of top restaurants.
1995
Award for Tradición Arequipeña
Hermelinda Carpio received the XXI International Trophy for Tourism, Hospitality, and Gastronomy in Spain.
2020
Doña Hermelinda’s Legacy Lives On
After her passing on June 30, 2020, Lourdes Rodríguez took on the leadership and commitment to keep the tradition alive through the preparation of the finest time-honored recipes.
2023
Peruvian Company of the Year Award
Tradición Arequipeña won the Peruvian Company of the Year Award.
2024
Recognized for Our Tradition
In 2024, Tradición Arequipeña received awards from the Latin American Quality Institute and Summum in the category of Best Restaurant in Arequipa.
Some of Our Awards
21st International Trophy for Tourism, Hospitality and Gastronomy -
1995
Peruvian Company of the Year Award - 2023
Latin American Quality Institute -
2024
Top 10 Best Restaurant in Arequipa – Summum -
2024