Kaypa’s lomo saltado, the soul of Peruvian criollo cooking in Cala en Bosc

Lomo saltado is one of the defining dishes of Peruvian criollo cuisine and a particularly eloquent expression of the cultural fusion that has shaped the country’s gastronomy. At Kaypa Origen Perú, located within Suites del Lago 5* in Cala en Bosch and part of Grupo Moga, Peruvian chef Omar Malpartida approaches this classic through respect for its roots, contemporary technique and a dialogue with Menorcan produce. 

The dish is built around cubes of beef loin quickly stir-fried at intense heat, reflecting the Chinese —or chifa— influence on Peruvian cuisine. The beef remains succulent inside and is accompanied by red onion, tomato and a dark, glossy, intensely flavoured sauce combining the meat juices with the seasonings from the wok. Golden, crisp potatoes mingle with the sauce and absorb some of its flavours, while the vegetables provide freshness, acidity and contrasting textures.

Rich and intense, with beef, sauce, potatoes, tomato and onion at its core, this is an excellent introduction to Peruvian cooking beyond ceviches and tiraditos. Malpartida preserves the dish’s recognisable criollo identity while bringing it into Kaypa’s culinary language, where Peru and Menorca meet on the same plate.

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Restaurant: Kaypa Origen Perú
Address: Suites del Lago 5*, Paseo Portixol s/n, Cala en Bosch, 07769 Ciutadella de Menorca
Reservations: +34 971 38 45 26 / +34 689 84 84 47
Website: kayparestaurante.com
Opening hours: Dinner daily, 7.00 pm to midnight. Seasonal confirmation is recommended.
Cuisine: Contemporary Peruvian, incorporating criollo, chifa and Nikkei influences and combining Menorcan produce with Peruvian ingredients and techniques.
Price guide: €40-80 per person, depending on the meal.
Recommended for: Lovers of Peruvian and criollo cuisine, cross-cultural cooking, sharing dishes and gastronomic experiences connecting local produce with international culinary traditions.
Good to know: Kaypa is part of Grupo Moga’s gastronomic portfolio in Menorca. Omar Malpartida is the restaurant’s executive chef and gastronomic director and also leads Maymanta Ibiza, holder of one Repsol Sun. Kaypa also features a dedicated Pisco Bar.