Viagens gastronômicas: 5 destinos para comer bem pelo Brasil

Traveling is also a way to explore the culture of a place through its flavors. In Brazil, the gastronomic richness is as diverse as its geography. From popular markets to award-winning restaurants, the country holds true treasures for food lovers. We have selected five Brazilian destinations where the culinary arts are the main attraction – each with typical dishes and traditions that make the trip an unforgettable experience:

1. Belém - Pará

(Divulgação/Divulgação)

In the capital of Pará, the Amazon is served at the table with exotic and striking flavors. Ingredients like tucupi, jambu, and açaí make up dishes such as duck in tucupi, maniçoba, and tacacá. At the Ver-o-Peso Market, visitors find a profusion of unique aromas, colors, and flavors from the region. Belém was named Creative City of Gastronomy by UNESCO in 2015, highlighting its ancestral cuisine linked to the forest, and enchanting those seeking authenticity and cultural richness on their plate.

2. Belo Horizonte - Minas Gerais

(Divulgação/Divulgação)

Belo Horizonte is synonymous with hospitality, bar snacks, and comforting food. The capital of Minas Gerais takes pride in its classics such as feijão-tropeiro, pão de queijo, and torresmo, always accompanied by craft cachaça. The culinary tradition of Minas Gerais values slow cooking, mild seasonings, and the use of local ingredients. The city hosts the contest "Comida di Buteco" which celebrates root gastronomy and family-run establishments. The markets and bars in the city turn any stroll into a delicious experience filled with stories.

3. Salvador - Bahia

(Divulgação/Divulgação)

Salvador is a true spectacle of aromas and colors. The Afro-Bahian cuisine, with a strong presence of dendê oil, coconut milk, and pepper, features dishes like acarajé, moqueca, and bobó de camarão. Eating in Salvador is to dive into an intense cultural legacy, where religion, music, and food intertwine. The street stalls and seaside restaurants make the city a must-visit destination for lovers of strong spices.

4. Florianópolis - Santa Catarina

(Divulgação/Divulgação)

Known as Island of Magic, Floripa enchants with the freshness of its seafood and the Açorean tradition. The sequence of shrimp, the locally grown oysters, and dishes like stuffed mullet stand out in the local cuisine. With breathtaking landscapes and charming restaurants, the city combines flavor and natural beauty. Perfect for those who value a good meal with a view of the sea.

5. Recife - Pernambuco

(Divulgação/Divulgação)

The capital of Pernambuco has one of the most vibrant kitchens in the country. Among African, Indigenous, and Portuguese influences, dishes such as sun-dried meat with cassava, sarapatel, and caldeirada emerge. Sweets like bolo de rolo and cartola complete the experience. In Recife, food is everywhere — from markets to street festivals — revealing a people passionate about their culture and hospitality.

Gastronomic trips: 5 destinations to eat well throughout Brazil

1. Belém - Pará

2. Belo Horizonte - Minas Gerais

3. Salvador - Bahia

4. Florianópolis - Santa Catarina

5. Recife - Pernambuco

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