Rio de Janeiro, one of Brazil's largest cities, holds the reputation of being the most beautiful, fun loving destination for tourists from around the world. The renowned Rio Carnival accompanied with days of merriment and the famous samba dance on the city's streets is cynosure of all eyes attracting millions of tourists from world over.
Rio de Janeiro is among the few cities in the world which you can visit during any month of the year. However, the later part of December is the best to visit when you will get opportunity to see the world-famous revelry on Copacabana New Year's Eve. Extend your visit by a few months to participate in the colorful Rio Carnival during the month of February.
It's a great fun to be in the city during these months. If you are a foodie, you will come to know that you have arrived in a paradise for gastronomy. Eating out in Rio de Janeiro can be a real delight and special moment for you. The city's many best restaurants, snack bars and cafes that are concentrated in Ipanema, Leme, Copacabana and Leblon cater to all tastes. Exploring these eateries should be on your list of must-visit in Rio de Janeiro.
Flights to Rio de Janeiro bring you to a city where you can enjoy authentic Brazilian cuisine. Traditional cuisine in Rio de Janeiro can be found in many local restaurants in the neighborhoods of Copacabana, Downtown, Ipanema, Santa Teresa, Urca, Leblon and Leme. However, if you want to taste the authentic homemade Brazilian food then try finding those places where the locals eat and pay local prices. Eating in such places would give you an authentic Brazilian food experience.
The traditional food in Rio de Janerio and elsewhere in Brazil is very rich. Just to be acquainted before hitting out at one of the many local restaurants, it is good to know basic facts about the Brazilian cuisine. Three cultures - Native Indians, African slaves and Portuguese colonizers - have essentially influenced the Brazilian cuisine, and the flavors that you get in Rio de Janeiro and other regions of Brazil is what is known as traditional food. Some of the famous traditional dishes worth trying out when visiting Rio de Janeiro include Arroz e Feijão, Churrasco Rodízio, Feijoada, Bobó de Camarão, Carne Seca com abóbora, and Moqueca.
A combination of black beans and rice called Arroz e Feijão is the basis of Rio de Janeiro cuisine. This traditional food which is served with meat, fish, or chicken and salad and/or French fries is worth trying out. Feijoada, the national dish of Brazil, should be a must on your menu. It comprises of black bean stew with beef and pork and served with rice, manioc flour, and collard greens. The all-you-can-eat barbecue 'Churrasco Rodizio' is a delight to savor.
These are some of the important traditional Brazilian cuisine that should be tried out in any case. The list of authentic Brazilian cuisine is exhaustive, and it will be sheer delight in trying out most of these.
Joel Jensen is an associate editor with Farebuzz.com. The website offers exclusive information related to Business Flights and Business class seats.
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