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Discovering Ottawa's Fancy Peruvian Gem 🍸✨

📍 Raphaël Peruvian Cuisine 200 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K2P 1L5 We stumbled upon this elegant Peruvian restaurant while craving rotisserie chicken—only to discover they specialize in something far more sophisticated. The stunning South American server (who completely charmed us) explained that while their sister spot Lima does the famous Peruvian chicken for takeout, Raphaël focuses on elevated dining. And oh, did they deliver. The Showstoppers 1. Ceviche & Mahimahi Crudo 🐟 A vibrant, citrus-kissed masterpiece. The ceviche was textbook-perfect—tart, fresh, with just enough heat. But the Mahimahi appetizer stole the show: silky fish draped over jewel-toned sauces, garnished with edible flowers. Almost too pretty to eat... almost. 2. Duck Confit & Squid Ink Risotto 🦆 The duck leg fell apart at the slightest nudge, its crispy skin giving way to meltingly tender meat. The squid ink risotto? Luxuriously creamy, though a touch salty (saved by their fragrant corn-rice blend). 3. Cuzco Cocktail 🍊 This sunshine in a glass blended sweet orange with exotic spices, transporting us straight to a Lima beach. The most summer-in-love drink I've ever tasted. Why It's Special ✨ Ambience: Moody lighting, portable table lamps (perfect for food pics), and Latin jazz humming in the background ✨ Service: Attentive but unhurried—the staff want you to savor every moment ✨ Unexpected Touches: Like the complimentary cancha (toasted corn nuts) that disappeared in seconds Final Verdict Raphaël isn’t just a meal—it’s a sensorial journey. While you won’t find casual rotisserie chicken here, you will discover: ✅ Artfully plated ceviches that taste as good as they look ✅ Cocktails with layers of flavor (try the pisco-based ones!) ✅ A vibe so romantic, you’ll forget you’re in Ottawa Bonus: We caught a Mulan-themed fireworks show afterward—because the universe rewards good food choices. #PeruvianCuisine #OttawaEats #WeekendVibes #CocktailHour #DateNightSpot #OttawaLife #HiddenGems #FoodieTravel #AtmosphereDining #CanadianRestaurants

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Discovering Ottawa's Fancy Peruvian Gem 🍸✨

📍 Raphaël Peruvian Cuisine 200 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K2P 1L5 We stumbled upon this elegant Peruvian restaurant while craving rotisserie chicken—only to discover they specialize in something far more sophisticated. The stunning South American server (who completely charmed us) explained that while their sister spot Lima does the famous Peruvian chicken for takeout, Raphaël focuses on elevated dining. And oh, did they deliver. The Showstoppers 1. Ceviche & Mahimahi Crudo 🐟 A vibrant, citrus-kissed masterpiece. The ceviche was textbook-perfect—tart, fresh, with just enough heat. But the Mahimahi appetizer stole the show: silky fish draped over jewel-toned sauces, garnished with edible flowers. Almost too pretty to eat... almost. 2. Duck Confit & Squid Ink Risotto 🦆 The duck leg fell apart at the slightest nudge, its crispy skin giving way to meltingly tender meat. The squid ink risotto? Luxuriously creamy, though a touch salty (saved by their fragrant corn-rice blend). 3. Cuzco Cocktail 🍊 This sunshine in a glass blended sweet orange with exotic spices, transporting us straight to a Lima beach. The most summer-in-love drink I've ever tasted. Why It's Special ✨ Ambience: Moody lighting, portable table lamps (perfect for food pics), and Latin jazz humming in the background ✨ Service: Attentive but unhurried—the staff want you to savor every moment ✨ Unexpected Touches: Like the complimentary cancha (toasted corn nuts) that disappeared in seconds Final Verdict Raphaël isn’t just a meal—it’s a sensorial journey. While you won’t find casual rotisserie chicken here, you will discover: ✅ Artfully plated ceviches that taste as good as they look ✅ Cocktails with layers of flavor (try the pisco-based ones!) ✅ A vibe so romantic, you’ll forget you’re in Ottawa Bonus: We caught a Mulan-themed fireworks show afterward—because the universe rewards good food choices. #PeruvianCuisine #OttawaEats #WeekendVibes #CocktailHour #DateNightSpot #OttawaLife #HiddenGems #FoodieTravel #AtmosphereDining #CanadianRestaurants

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