Cucharamama

A few years ago I tried Peruvian corn for the first time at Sushi Samba in NYC and I loved the texture and playfulness of the oversized corn kernels.  Ever since whenever I find a restaurant that features Peruvian corn on their menu I am instantly intrigued.  Hoboken has several South American -esque restaurants and today we went to Cucharamama for an authentic South American dinner... my Weekly Fav Restaurant. 

The restaurant cooks a lot of their specialties in a wood burning oven which offers a very appealing crispness to the plates.  We shared two apps and each ordered an entree.  All of dishes were delicious and unique (perfect for a Wednesday night).  Both the shrimp skewer appetizer and the chicken entree are served with peruvian corn!

Jalea de Calamares con Ají de Rocoto - Crunchy Peruvian-Style Calamari, Rocoto and Tamarillo Sauce
Anticucho de Camarones con Sarza - Peruvian-Style Skewered Marinated Shrimp, Arequipa’s Corn and Queso Blanco Relish

Pechuga de Pollo Asado al Horno de Leña en Salsa de Calabaza y Mango con Boronía - Boneless Chicken Breast in Peruvian Adobo Roasted in our Wood-Burning Oven, Pumpkin and Mango Sauce, Ripe Plantain and Eggplant Puree
Churrasco (entraña) con Chimichurri - Argentinean-Style Skirt Steak, Chimichurri Sauce, Potatoes with Tomatoes and Cheese Sauce

 

South American paintings and sculptures are featured throughout the restaurant which makes the entire experience feel authentic.  There is also a long bar in the front area with large vases featuring sticks, flowers and elephant leaves (love elephant leaves).  For those who attended my wedding or seen any pics you know that I love stick / flower centerpieces so I love this type of decor.  The front entrance sets the mood for an enticing dinner with the rustic column and distressed blue paint surrounding the door.