Brazilian cuisine is an exquisite fusion of indigenous, African, and other immigrant influences. Although many travelers are drawn to food, few know what to try, where to find it, or how to make the most of their time in the city.
Our Rio de Janeiro Food Tour is a vibrant blend of flavors from various regions of Brazil, creating a symphony for the senses. We will take you on an unforgettable journey through flavors, samba, and the fascinating history of the dishes and places we will visit.
On this tour, you will taste some of the most outstanding typical dishes that Brazil has to offer. Prepare to be seduced by the diversity of Brazilian cuisine.
During your visit, you`ll explore some of the best restaurants and bars in the authentic neighborhood known as Little Africa. You`ll discover the rich diversity of Brazilian cuisine, from Amazonian delicacies like the world-famous Açaí at Tacacá Gourmet, to dishes with African influences at Angu do Gomes, where the traditional Feijoada becomes a unique experience.
As a perfect complement to the flavors, you`ll immerse yourself in the most Brazilian rhythm: samba. Visit one of Rio`s most traditional samba dances, Pedra do Sal, where the first samba was said to have been performed. Around Pedra do Sal, we`ll taste four additional samples and explore the most authentic bars. Our music and food tourism itinerary in Rio de Janeiro will offer you a unique experience, combining everything that makes this place special. We will use public transportation to reach the second part of the tour in Little Africa.
In addition to the fun guaranteed by a lively group while you savor delicious dishes accompanied by exciting music:
- You will taste about 10 samples of different foods from different parts of Brazil.
- You will share the samples with the group, allowing you to enjoy everything without overdoing it.
- You will have guides passionate about local food, who will share detailed information about the dishes, ingredients, and history, allowing you to appreciate the food in a different way.
- Discovering new flavors of Brazil will greatly enrich your travel experience.
Dish Details:
- Tacacá do Norte Gourmet: original açaí (from the North), tacacá with or without shrimp, Guaraná de Jesus.
- Angu do Gomes: traditional or vegetarian angu, feijoada or fried cassava cake.
- Casa Porto: okra cake, Romeo and Juliet cake, doughless ham coxinha, homemade cachaça with passion fruit.
- Da Pedra: fried cake, bar food.
*The menu may vary depending on food availability at the restaurants.