Josefa Marmanillo
Josefa Marmanillo was a 17th-century enslaved woman credited with creating the original recipe for Peruvian turrón in honor of the Señor de los Milagros. Her innovative combination of ingredients established a beloved tradition that remains an integral part of Lima's culinary heritage, especially during the month of October.
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Josefa Marmanillo, a slave from the Cañete valley, created a sweet in honor of the Señor de los Milagros in the 17th century.
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