Also, those who find themselves on the receiving end of things are supposed to laugh it off and continue on to their destination dripping all the way. Once wet, they will generally be avoided as a target, at least until they start to dry off again. Friends often get together to celebrate Carnaval with a picnic or a barbecue, listening to music, hanging out, and having fun before people start to get wet. Water, of course, is the favorite weapon of choice, but eventually it runs out. Whatever else happens to be handy, liquid or otherwise, is often poured, thrown or dumped on whoever happens to be nearest.
Some common additions are flour, corn starch, and eggs among others.
Another important part of Carnaval is the food. At home, after the water stops flying and everyone has toweled off, it's time for the traditional meal. The meal begins with a serving of motepata. In some homes, the traditional pata is left out in favor of more bacon and pork. The motepata is followed by the main entree of cuy served on a bed of rice.