05/10/2026
Turrón de Doña Pepa 💜
In Peru, October is known as Mes Morado (“Purple Month”), the month of the Señor de los Milagros, one of Lima’s most important religious traditions. During this time, the city fills with processions, purple habits, purple decorations, and one very special seasonal flavor: Turrón de Doña Pepa. 💜
Made with layers of anise-scented baked sticks, rich fruit and chancaca syrup, and colorful sprinkles.
This one is even more special to me because it’s a family recipe I make with my sister Katia Olivos Lieveyns …some recipes bring back more than a flavor… they bring back childhood, family, and home. 💜