Brazilian Cooking Class
Discover the vibrant flavors of Brazil with our cooking class in Ipanema, Rio.
A lively, hands-on experience where you'll master authentic tastes, from the iconic Caipirinha to signature dishes like Moqueca or Picanha, finishing with the sweet Brigadeiro.
Cook, share, and savor your own creations in a festive atmosphere. You'll take home not just recipes, but memories and the true spirit of the Brazilian table.
Get ready for a delicious journey!
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Description
Embark on an authentic Brazilian culinary odyssey in the heart of Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro. Our experience begins at our welcoming meeting point, located at Rua Visconde de Piraja 281, shop 213. Upon arrival, you'll be cordially greeted by our hosts, who will guide you step-by-step through this enriching gastronomic journey.
The hands-on cooking session kicks off with the preparation of a selection of iconic initial bites: crispy tapioca chips, soft cassava (mandioca) seasoned with butter, and delicious yuca sticks. To accompany these delights, we'll serve a pepper jelly that adds a vibrant and genuine touch. While you savor these starters, you'll learn the art of preparing the iconic caipirinha, Brazil's national drink.
For the central dish of your creation, we offer three distinguished alternatives:
Option 1: Exploring Moqueca Bahiana Immerse yourself in the flavors of northeastern Brazil by preparing this traditional seafood stew. You'll discover how to harmoniously combine coconut milk, peppers, and spices to create this dish full of character. We'll teach you how to serve it alongside toasted farofa with banana and white rice, essential accompaniments that perfectly complement the main course. The goal is for you to acquire the knowledge to reproduce this recipe in your own home, using accessible ingredients.
The lesson culminates with the making of brigadeiro, the famous Brazilian chocolate sweet that is the ideal sweet note to finish any meal.
Option 2: Mastering Picanha Steak If your choice falls on the menu centered around Brazilian picanha, you'll delve into preparing this much-loved cut of meat in the oven, although it's also emblematic in typical Brazilian barbecues. You'll accompany it with a banana farofa and yuca bathed in butter sauce, pairings designed to enhance the exquisite nuances of the meat.
Additionally, you'll taste other popular starters in local gastronomy, such as sautéed okra with onion and seared white cheese. As with the moqueca menu, the experience is sealed with the preparation of brigadeiro as a sweet finale.
Option 3: Vegetarian Creations For those who prefer a meat-free option, the vegetarian menu experience offers an equally rewarding culinary challenge. You'll work with fresh local products and apply local cooking techniques to bring adapted versions of traditional Brazilian dishes to life. All of this, of course, accompanied by the appetizers, refreshing caipirinhas, and the irresistible brigadeiro.
The class concludes with a pleasant shared moment around the table, where you'll enjoy the delicious creations you prepared in a relaxed atmosphere. Additionally, you'll receive the detailed recipes in printed format, allowing you to relive and share authentic Brazilian cuisine at home.
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