VOICED : Virgilio y su Central viajan en el paladar de sus comensales

Central, a top restaurant in Latin America, is led by chef Virgilio Martínez, who transitioned from aspiring skater to renowned chef. Central ranks fourth globally and highlights Peruvian ingredients like quinoa and maize. The restaurant offers four menus inspired by Peru's diverse ecosystems. Virgilio plans to expand within Peru while already having restaurants in London and soon in Dubai.

What inspired Virgilio Martínez to pursue a career in cooking?

• A family tradition of chefs

• A culinary school scholarship

• An injury that ended his skating career

• A famous chef's recommendation

What is Central's current ranking in the world's top 50 restaurants?

• Fiftieth

• Tenth

• Fourth

• First

Which native Peruvian ingredients are highlighted in Central's menus?

• Cocoa and coffee

• Chili peppers and tomatoes

• Quinoa and various types of corn

• Potatoes and beans

What is Virgilio Martínez's current priority for Central?

• Launching a cooking show

• Expanding within Peru and enhancing menus

• Opening more restaurants in Europe

• Writing a cookbook

In which cities does Virgilio Martínez have restaurants outside of Peru?

• Barcelona and Rome

• New York and Paris

• London and Dubai

• Tokyo and Sydney