Beyond blending in

Salon participants agree that Peru's legacy of immigration means Chinese culture is inseparably infused into its society. Erik Nilsson reports.

Chinese food isn't Chinese food in Peru. Instead, the fusion cuisine chifa is staple fare for all Peruvians of any background.

And this blend of culinary characteristics transcends ingredients and preparations. It ultimately reveals how Peru's legacy of immigration has inextricably baked Chinese culture into Peruvian society, like flour into bread.

"Chifa, for us, is not Chinese food anymore. It's part of what makes us Peruvians, and it's not just about the food, you know," said Selena Zhou, Peru's culture, education and tourism attache in China.