Gastropera - Musical Dining Experience
Concept development, storytelling, sensorial experience design, marketing and PR
One day, I listened to Sylvia Falcon, a Peruvian folkloric singer who sings covers of traditional songs in lyric style (Opera). I decided to create an event called Gastropera in my restaurant. The result was a cultural exploration of gastronomy, music and visual experiences. For two evenings a month I throwed a gourmet extravaganza of five courses paired with traditional music in lyric version. I had on scene one soprano, one tenor and two musicians. Plus, a robust team of chefs and waiters.
The Line Up
Coastal Starter:
Peruvian Ceviche – Fish marinated in lime juice and spices
Marinera music from Norther Peru in Lyric Version + Piano and guitar
Amazon Starter:
Anticuchos Amazónicos – Cecina and Banana skewers with passion fruit sauce
Waltzes from the Amazon Rainforest in Lyric Version + Piano and flute
Creole Main Course:
Lomo Saltado – Peruvian style Sauteed Beef
Creole Waltzes in Lyric Version + Guitar and Cajon
Andean Main Course:
Pachamanca Serrana – Braised meat with black Andean huacatay sauce
Highland Huaynos in Lyric Version + Piano, Violin and Panpipes
Dessert:
Assortment of Traditional Desserts from Lima
“Pregones” (Street seller´s cry) songs in Lyric Version + Piano and cajon
A tenor singing directly to your table
Project Credits:
Logo Design: Richard de la Cruz
Photography: Rodolfo Linares