We tell stories that arise from the dialogue between the landscapes, the people and the inputs that define them. We create maps that delve into the biological and cultural diversity of our territory.
CENTRAL
We interpret the complexity of the Peruvian territory through immersions and tastings that celebrate the altitudinal diversity of Peru. In close connection with Mater, and in collaboration with local communities, artists, and researchers, we explore ingredients in their natural context, learning from local knowledge and documenting their connection to the ecosystems.
Central is a constantly evolving proposal.
Mater is a research center dedicated to exploring, documenting, and making visible the megadiversity of the territory. Led by Malena Martínez, Virgilio Martínez, and Pía León, it connects biological and cultural richness with gastronomy as the main stage.
Mater continues to expand its lines of action, now focused on projects in the areas of Humanities, Art & Culture, Academia, and Culinary Applications. According to the nature of each project, external collaborators join to expand the integral and integrative vision that characterizes interdisciplinary management. This knowledge translates into the experiences of Central and Kjolle in Barranco, MIL in Cusco, and MAZ in Tokyo, spaces to experience and to make information accessible.