Peruvian cuisine blends Japanese, Chinese, Criollo, and Andean traditions, all enriched by the country's remarkable biodiversity. From the Altiplano and Andes mountains to the Amazon rainforest and Pacific coast, Peru's diverse landscapes give birth to an incredible range of flavors found nowhere else.

Gaston Acurio of Astrid y Gaston first brought Peruvian cuisine to the world's attention. In his wake, chefs like Virgilio Martinez, Rafael Ostering and Jaime Pesaque stepped forward, turning Lima into a city where food lovers now make pilgrimages.

In 2023, World's 50Best named Central the best restaurant in the world. Kjolle, Maido and Mayta also earned their places in the top 50 - a testament to Peru's culinary evolution.

NAZKA is fortunate to have chef Koosh Kothari at its helm, who developed his craft in the kitchens of both Central and Kjolle before bringing this vibrant culinary approach to Amsterdam.

NAZKA expresses our genuine passion for Peru. Our kitchen presents both beloved Peruvian classics like ceviche and fresh interpretations of the country's rich culinary traditions.

At the heart of NAZKA is Sabor a tu Vida - a taste of life at its fullest. It's about those bright moments when food, atmosphere, and good company come together perfectly. We bring color to your evening through vibrant flavors and warm service, creating those precious instances when you're simply present, enjoying great food with people who matter. This is what we believe life should taste like.

Our team, with manager Helena at the helm, is committed to making your time with us special. For any requests, reach out to her at hola@nazka.nu.

Chef Koosh Kothari brings his experience from Lima's culinary elite - including Merito, Kjolle, and Central (named the world's best restaurant in 2023 by World's 50Best). Under his direction, NAZKA has earned recognition from prestigious guides including Michelin and Gault&Millau.

Koosh embodies what we call Pan-Peruanismo - Peruvian cuisine's natural evolution as it travels beyond borders. This approach honors Peru's culinary foundations while embracing new influences and ingredients. At NAZKA, it comes to life through Koosh's thoughtful integration of Dutch seasonal produce and subtle elements from his Indian heritage.

The result is a dining experience that respects tradition while remaining dynamic and surprising - dishes that tell Peru's story while continuing to write new chapters.

Raul Lansink founded NAZKA as a bridge between his Dutch life and Peruvian heritage. Though raised in the Netherlands, Peru's flavors were always present through his mother's cooking and family visits to Lima, where his grandmother served memorable Criollo feasts around a bustling table.

While the memories of those family gatherings may have faded over time, the aromatic spices from his abuelita's kitchen remained vivid. After building a career in advertising and consultancy, Raul felt drawn back to these culinary roots, leading him to establish Amsterdam's first modern Peruvian restaurant.

The passion for Peruvian cuisine runs in the family - Raul's sister, Katinka Lansink, has become an ambassador for Peru's food culture through her cookbooks "Mi Casa Peru" and "Cocina Nikkei."