Category: Gluten free

CAIPIRINHA

CAIPIRINHA

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 (Cashew Balls)

Cajuzinho (Cashew Balls)

“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…

Caldo verde (Green Soup)

Caldo verde (Green Soup)

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…

Camafeu de nozes (Walnut Cameo)

Camafeu de nozes (Walnut Cameo)

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…

Canja de galinha (Chicken Broth)

Canja de galinha (Chicken Broth)

“Canja” is a light and digestive broth very popular in Portugal, where usually the first course is always soup. In Brazil “canja” has been enriched with other ingredients, but it is always a light broth very suitable for children, the elderly and the convalescent. Ingredients•…

Canjica (Creamy Hominy Pudding)

Canjica (Creamy Hominy Pudding)

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO There is some controversy over the origin of “canjica” – whether it is an African or a native American preparation – but it has certainly become a traditional Brazilian sweet. It can be served as a dessert or a…

Cartola Pernambucana (Banana with Cheese Dessert)

Cartola Pernambucana (Banana with Cheese Dessert)

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO The “Cartola Pernambuca” (“cartola” means top hat) is a traditional dessert of the state of Pernambuco. “Cartola” hold the title of “Intangible Cultural Heritage of Pernambuco State” (Law n° 13.751 of April 2009).The “Cartola” is made with banana and…

Chuchu refogado (Braised Chayote)

Chuchu refogado (Braised Chayote)

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO The ” braised chayote” is a common side dish in Brazil, very easy and quick to make. Thanks to its mild flavour it goes very well with “rice and beans” and with all sorts of meat and fish dishes.I…