The Ibero-American Monegasque Association (AMI) celebrated Peru’s cultural and culinary riches with great splendor during its Annual Diplomatic Gastronomy Gala, which took place on Tuesday, April 29, at the prestigious Yacht Club of Monaco.
His Serene Highness Prince Albert II was represented on this occasion by his Chamberlain, Mr. Vincent Floreani.
The Peruvian diplomatic corps was also widely represented, with the presence of Mr. Rolando Ruiz Rosas, Ambassador of Peru to France and Monaco; Mr. Jean-Baptiste Pastor, Honorary Consul of Peru in Monaco; Ms. Neiza Rodríguez, Consul of Peru in Monaco; as well as Ms. Rosario Pajuelo, Director of PROMPERÚ for France and Switzerland.
The event also featured the distinguished presence of Mr. Pascal Granero, Director of the Princess Charlène of Monaco Foundation, who graced the evening dedicated to intercultural dialogue.
Numerous institutional figures from Monaco responded to the invitation, including Mr. Guy Antognelli, Director of Tourism and Congresses; Mr. Guillaume Rose, Director General of the Monaco Economic Board; Mr. David Beauseigneur, representative of the Department of the Interior; Mr. Jean-Philippe Vinci, Director of National Education, Youth and Sports; and Mr. Hervé Zorgniotti, representing the Communications Directorate of the Princely Government.
Marked by conviviality and discovery, the evening showcased Peruvian gastronomy thanks to the talent of chef Lourdes Pluvinage and her son Christophe, French Pisco Sour Champion, (Pisco 1615 represented Peru at the gala), who delighted guests with their skill and passion, as did sous chef Bruno Bertello.
- Traditional dances were featured thanks to the (Club Libertad, Monaco branch).
- A fashion show was held thanks to Peruvian stylist Juan José Ferreyros.
- A parade of traditional costumes from Gloria Bellido’s collection (Estamoss de Perú).
- Dances from the coast, mountains, and jungle were featured thanks to Imágenes Perú.
The event also provided a valuable opportunity to highlight professional hospitality education in the Principality. Students from the Rainier III High School actively participated: some as hosts for guests and VIPs, and others assisting in the dining room and kitchen. A Peruvian cooking and mixology masterclass, held the day before at the high school, offered them an enriching immersion in Peru’s culinary culture.
AMI President, Ms. Sheramin Beauseigneur, expressed her deepest gratitude to her entire team, without whom this event would not have been possible. She especially thanked the Vice President, Ms. Susana Perdiguero de Segovia, for their essential commitment to the success of the evening, as well as Ms. Samira Bezerra, Public Relations and Members Manager; Ms. Lula Pagès, Treasurer of the association; and Mr. Dave Narváez, AMI representative for culinary and gastronomic events.
Beyond celebrating gastronomy and cultures, this Diplomatic Gastronomy Gala pursues a charitable objective: to raise funds to support the AMI Association’s efforts to help the most vulnerable children in Latin America, particularly in the areas of nutrition, education, and sports. Thanks to the generosity of participants and partners, this evening makes a concrete contribution to improving the daily lives of these young people and providing them with a better future.
Founded in 2022, the Ibero-American Monegasque Association (AMI) works to promote Ibero-American cultures in Monaco through cultural, educational, and solidarity projects, strengthening ties between the Principality and Latin America.
