La Candela brings ceviches, grillings and more to Hicksville. The Peruvian eatery is run by Elvin Paulino, a veteran of La Pace in Glen Cove. You can start with an opener of sliced potatoes and hot peppers, move on to a ceviche of shrimp, calamari or assorted seafood, and then dive into the fish du jour in garlic sauce. Heartier dishes include sauteed beef with onions and tomatoes, T-bone steak, shell steak, and steak with sausage and fries. Peruvian specialties: chicken, beef or pork with fried rice, broiled pork, chicken with vegetables. Pastas also are available. The new spot is at 495 S. Broadway; 516-470-0805. Moderate prices.
--Peter M. Gianotti
Machu Picchu is not only Peru's most recognizable landmark, it is the the most common name for Peruvian restaurants in the United States. Photo of Machu Picchu at sunrise by Allard Schmidt