Food

Coxinha

A popular Brazilian street food made of shredded chicken wrapped in dough, shaped like a teardrop, battered, and deep-fried. Commonly served at parties, often in a smaller bite-sized version.

Vegan: No / Vegetarian: No / Gluten-free: No / Lactose-free: Usually yes

Feijoada

A hearty black-bean stew with pork, served with rice, farofa, orange slices, and collard greens. Often described as Brazil’s national dish.

Vegan: No / Vegetarian: No / Gluten-free: Yes* / Lactose-free: Yes

*Check that the farofa uses gluten-free ingredients.

Pão de Queijo

Small baked cheese breads from Minas Gerais made with tapioca flour, giving a light, chewy texture. Common at breakfast and snacks.

Vegan: No / Vegetarian: Yes / Gluten-free: Yes / Lactose-free: No

Açaí

A frozen purée from the açaí berry, usually served in a bowl and topped with fruit, granola, or sweeteners.

Vegan: Yes* / Vegetarian: Yes / Gluten-free: Yes* / Lactose-free: Yes*

*Depends on toppings such as honey, granola, or dairy.

Brigadeiro

Classic Brazilian chocolate fudge balls made from condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter, rolled in chocolate sprinkles.

Vegan: No / Vegetarian: Yes / Gluten-free: Yes* / Lactose-free: No

*Check that the sprinkles are gluten-free.

Paçoca

A crumbly sweet made from ground peanuts, sugar, and a touch of salt. Very common during Festa Junina celebrations.

Vegan: Yes / Vegetarian: Yes / Gluten-free: Yes / Lactose-free: Yes

Caipirinha

Brazil’s national cocktail, made with cachaça, lime, sugar, and ice. Refreshing and citrusy.

Vegan: Yes / Vegetarian: Yes / Gluten-free: Yes / Lactose-free: Yes

Água de Coco

Fresh coconut water, often served chilled or straight from a green coconut on the beach.

Vegan: Yes / Vegetarian: Yes / Gluten-free: Yes / Lactose-free: Yes

Guaraná

A popular Brazilian soft drink made from the guaraná fruit, sweet and lightly caffeinated.

Vegan: Yes / Vegetarian: Yes / Gluten-free: Yes / Lactose-free: Yes