I had no idea how important this visit was before I got there. It was actually a business meeting with my friend's travel company and the leaders of Suiza. They are looking to start a new travel venture partnership where they can offer an authentic Quechua stay in their community for extranjeros (foreign visiters). I felt so honoured to be there, and to offer my opinion on various topics.
It was an all day thing including displays of their art work, meeting in the church (where I had the opportunity to pray a blessing over their plans), a tour of the different accomodations, a wonderful lunch, and then a demonstration of their craftsmanship.
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 BELOW: Demo of weaving |
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| Welcome to the community of Suiza |
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| Here's a fridge: a dish with water at the bottom keeps the air above cooler |
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| Traditional Quechua ensemble of this area |
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| A home that would be used for visitor accomodations |
I was so overwhelmed by the lunch they prepared for us, I was really fighting back tears as one after another of the women brought in these elaborate dishes of different Peruvian food. Everything was so good! Well... almost everything. I've been a vegetarian for 15 years, but I did want to try Cuy- in Quechua meaning Guinea Pig, which is a delicacy here. And, I also tried a little piece of lamb. ...Can say I've done that now : )
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 BELOW: Various dishes presented for lunch |
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| A delicious meal prepared for us by the group |
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