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,…
“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 “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 The “cocada” is a rustic sweet made with coconut and sugar. It has arrived in Brazil as a ritual dish – “comida dos orixás” (food of the gods) – of “Candomblé”, religion brought by “Yorubas”, the African ethnic group…
CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO The mosaic jello is a colorful, tasty, fresh, easy to make and very economical dessert. The jello (powdered gelatin and flavorings) was introduced in Brazil at the beginning of the last century and quickly became a recurring presence in…
“Meia de seda” is another famous cocktail drink made by mixing pinga and sweetened condensed milk. It may be prepared in advance and stored at room temperature. It can also be served as an after-dinner liqueur.A bottle of batida makes a great gift for friends…
CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO This delicious homemade recipe is very popular in Brazil, and it is so easy and quick to make. In Brazil there are lots of different recipes made with sweetened condensed milk.It’s a great dessert for any occasion. Ingredients• 300…
“Olho de sogra” means “mother-in-law’s eye” and it’s a pitted prune filled with rolled “beijinho” to resemble an “eye” shape, as indicated by the name – really delicious and funny. It is one of the famous “docinhos de Leite Moça” that made their first appearance…
“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