A paradise for gourmets

Brazilian food has never achieved the same success as other national cuisines. Perhaps this is due to the diversity of Brazilian food culture, which is difficult to summarise. A concise narrative or an iconic, easily recognisable dish is missing. Quesadillas, burritos, pizza or quiche lorraine offer these characteristics. In a country that is almost half the size of the entire South American continent, this is difficult.

Brazil's cuisine is one of the most diverse and delicious in Latin America. Many ingredients and dishes come from the culinary arts of the indigenous people, Europeans and Africans who came to Brazil as slaves. Brazilian cuisine offers a wide selection of meat, fish and seafood. Tropical fruits and vegetables, especially pumpkin, are also widely used.