Brazil's Gems

For the past several months, I've been blessed with the opportunity to spend some time getting to know the magnificent country of Brazil. Vast and diverse, this country offers a Culinary WonderLand to us kitchen folk. Unique ingredients and flavors speak boldly in their cuisine. It takes time to really get to know each dish's true identity, and time is what the Brazilians put into their cooking. There are no short cuts, no pre-cut, pre-cooked food. Here they take the time to ensure perfection allowing flavors to mix together resulting in a divine creation. 

Let's also not forget two of Brazil's Gems of the culinary world: Coffee and Cachaca! 

Appreciate the Beauty of Nature

Take time to get to know your local food market. Visit regularly, form relationships with the vendors and open your eyes to the beauty of fresh fruits and vegetables. 

Cut out the Middle Man

Freshest of the Fresh - be the first to select your seafood by meeting the fishermen at the docks

This place can't be beat. CEAGESP - Sao Paulo General Warehousing and Centers Company- is the point of reference in the sale of fish integrating about 70 fish companies and sellers. Meet them there at 2am and witness the magic.