HUMANISTIC LUXURY
Virgilio Martinez, the visionary chef behind Central, crowned the best restaurant in the world, (The World's 50 Best Restaurants) could have rested on his laurels and continued to dazzle the global culinary scene from Lima.
Yet, his passion for the land and the people of Peru drove him to create something deeper, more meaningful—Mil Centro. Located in the Andes at 11,500 feet, this project isn’t just a restaurant, it’s a philosophical journey that delves into the heart of Peru’s rich ecosystems and cultural heritage.
After his global success, Virgilio felt the need to create something that went beyond the food itself. According to Martínez, Mil Centro is a response to a deeper calling. “I wanted to connect with nature, with people, with life. It’s about more than gastronomy. It’s about understanding our place in the world,” he says. His inspiration came from the desire to preserve ancient Andean knowledge, protect local ecosystems, and tell the stories of the people and the land that have shaped Peru’s rich history.
In a world that often seeks fast results, Mil Centro slows down and takes the time to connect with the essence of the land and the people, creating a new narrative for luxury—one that emphasizes human connection, cultural preservation, and the appreciation of nature. In this way, Mil Centro embodies humanistic luxury—where the food is not only a product of outstanding craftsmanship but also a living representation of culture, history, and tradition. To truly appreciate the luxury of Mil Centro, one must have the depth to recognize the stories behind each ingredient, the lives of the people who have nurtured it, and the dedication to sustainability that ensures the preservation of this legacy.
Mil Centro stands as a testament to the idea that luxury is about education, culture, and taste. To truly understand and enjoy it, one must have the depth to appreciate the stories, the heritage, and the people behind each dish.
Virgilio Martínez’s Mil Centro is more than just an extraordinary culinary experience—it's a transformative journey that invites you to reconnect with the earth and the people who have safeguarded its secrets for centuries.
Humanistic Luxury is more than the product—it is the embodiment of culture, history, and tradition, centered around the people who keep these elements alive.
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All Pictures taken from MIL CENTRO's Site