The “brigadeiro” (Brigadier) reigns supreme among the “docinhos de leite Moça” (sweetened condensed milk sweetmeats), and it is a must at birthday parties in Brazil.It is said that “brigadeiros” were invented in 1946 to enhance the election campaign of Brigadeiro Eduardo Gomes and, at first,…
CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO The “brigadeiro de caipirinha” is a new version of “brigadeiro” (Chocolate balls) flavoured of “caipirinha”: a really traditional taste of Brazil.Almost all of the “cachaça” alcohol evaporates during cooking, but gives the mixture its fragrant smell and distinctive taste,…
CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO It is a typical Spanish coffee originated in Valencia, a great idea to keep you warm in the winter. The café bombón – as it is called in Spanish – is always served in a glass cup, so the…
CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO “Caipirinha” is the diminuitive of “caipira”, a word which refers to the dwellers of the countryside in southern Brazil. The true origin of this drink is not known, but nowadays “Caipirinha” is certainly famous worldwide and needs no presentation.The…
“Cajuzinho”, is the diminutive of “caju” (cashew), even though it is made of peanuts. It is one of the famous “docinhos de Leite Moça” that made their first appearance in the middle of the 20Th Century. They soon became popular and they are essential for…
CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO The “green soup” (the literal translation is “green broth”), is a speciality of the Minho Region in Northern Portugal. It is one of the traditional Portuguese dishes introduced in the Brazilian table. Another typical Portuguese soup very popular in…
CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO “Camafeu de nozes” is one of the famous “docinhos de Leite Moça” (sweetened condensed milk sweetmeats) that made their first appearance in the middle of the 20Th Century. These typical Brazilian sweets are served at all kinds of party.The…
CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO “Camarão na moranga” is a typical dish of the Brazilian coast, delicious and impressive for special occasions. The recipe, it seems, was invented around 1945 in Ubatuba, a town along the northern coast of state of São Paulo.For over…
“Sabor Brasil” is now a book with hundreds of traditional recipes interspersed with tales and stories in a fascinating journey through knowledge and taste.
Besides illustrating ingredients and culinary procedures, it tells the story of recipe origins, often linked to a specific geographical area and the influence of cultures that come from afar. It tells how food is perceived by the Brazilian people and describes both the places where it is eaten and the rituals that accompany it.
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This is a practical handbook created to familiarize yourselves with the Brazilian language and the melting-pot culture of Latin America’s largest country.
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I’m an architect. I was born in Brazil and my father was Italian.
“Eating well” is a heritage of Humanity. With this site I wish to share my passion for cooking. For every recipe, I’ve tried to use simple and traditional ingredients and not complicated working procedures. All recipes have been “tested and approved” by my Italian friends.
Fernanda Bocconi