FOOD TIP #1: Experimente!
FOOD TIP #2: Listen to your body
FOOD TIP #3: Be flexible
Food
Are you ready for a FEAST? Brazilian food varies a lot across the country, and while you'll almost always find the classic comination of arroz e feijão, there is a lot more that goes into the mix. Walk into a supermarket and you're sure to encounter fruits and vegetables you've never seen before. Dive into the wonderful, yummy world of Brazilian food with us in this large section!
Our food section has eleven (!) subsections of relevant vocabulary. Click on the buttons below to dive into each subsection, and scroll down further for general Brazilian food tips and reflections. Our food recordings feature a female from Paraupepas, Pará.
*She has spent significant time in Natal, RN.
Comida
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Ready to further test your food knowledge?
Whether it's feijoada, farofa, acaí or quiejo coalho, there are many foods unique to Brazil. Try your best to be brave and open to Brazilian cuisine. It can be fun to try cooking Brazilian foods at home (a special skill to bring back home!), and inviting friends over for dinner can be a great way to learn more about the culture and history of Brazil. Food is culture!
You might eat something that your body quickly rejects. Tudo vai dar certo! It is common to struggle during the first few weeks (or months) with foods sitting uncomfortably. If you are in the N or NE region, you may also struggle with dehydration. The intense heat can make you feel sluggish. Feel hungry or sick? Drink a bottle of water first. Most importantly, if something consistently makes you feel yucky, stop eating it! People will understand.
Some apartments or houses won't have an oven or multiple stove-tops. If that's a priority for you, choose your housing carefully. However, don't be scared to change your cooking style and schedule. If a grocery store doesn't have what you want, look for a kitanda or small fruit/vegetable stand. For fresh produce, Saturday markets may be your best option.
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