Food & Gourmet Tours

Did you know that São Paulo is home to the largest Japanese community outside of Japan? Liberdade, a place with a strong and very long history, once a local executive and military district, became 100 years ago the place of fixation for Japanese immigrants in the city of São Paulo. Today a place of migrants from many places, China, Korea, Congo, Haiti, this neighborhood is a blast of cultures and diversity! All of this diversity can be very well synthesized in its peculiar and differentiated cuisine. Ready to taste Japanese pastel with tropical sugarcane juice, discover about Brazilian ‘sushi’, and more? Whilst in Liberdade, your guide will explain to you the history of the very prevalent Japanese influence on the area. After your snacks, you'll partake on a walk to spot places of architectural beauty and discover just what kind of people live in this area. 

Meet your group at the Pinheiros Municipal Market. Located in the trendy neighborhood of Pinheiros, the market has been functioning at its current address since 1971. It is an important destination for locals and those who seek high-quality products. The neighborhood itself, the real first neighborhood in São Paulo according to some, boasts an incredible fusion of tradition and innovation. Here, you will enjoy a varied array of tastings, beginning with a Brazilian appetizer at Mocotó, consisting of tapioca dices and optional Brazilian food from the northeast. Then, check out the Neapolitan side of São Paulo at Napoli Centrale with one margarita pizza for every four people. Stop then for a small wine tasting at L'adega. Round off the snacking experience with delicious Cananéia oysters.  After eating, visit the stores of the ATA project inside the Municipal Market, which are divided into Brazilian biotypes such as Catinga, Amazon, Atlantic forest, etc. Take the chance to meet the local producers, learn about the products, and eventually buy something if you feel so inclined. Finally, depart from the market and start walking through the surrounding area. Stop at a brewery for a 100% local draft beer and get to know the people in your group. Leaving the brewery, proceed through Pinheiros Street, which is full of new development. Depending on the group's mood, it is possible to stop at the Bottega di pasta store where you can enjoy a plate of pasta or opt to purchase some to take home. Following, you will stop at KEZ Bagel and Café. After an introduction to the history of bagels and the Jewish community of São Paulo, you can choose to grab a coffee or another sweet or bagel. Proceed down Rua dos Pinheiros to get to Rua Fradique Coutinho, where your guide will offer final historical explanations of the street and the Pinheiros neighborhood, and make suggestions for further eating or how to get around from there.

If you only have a short time in São Paulo and want to venture off the beaten track, this full-day guided tour combining a coffee farm and a cheese farm is ideal to experience the rural charms of Brazil. Visit a farm located in Itu, 1 hour and 20 minutes away from the center of São Paulo. Upon arrival, a flavorful full breakfast at the farmhouse will fill you up and get you ready for a packed day of exploring. After breakfast, learn how the farm has changed character over the years.  Next, head inside the main farmhouse to discover the original features, such as roof tiles molded on the thighs of black slave women. Then take an informative tour to learn all about the process of harvesting and roasting coffee beans, and all the work involved in the production of coffee. Visit the coffee warehouse, coffee machines, former slave quarters. Meet with local farmers and hear about the important role that coffee has played in the history and development of modern-day Brazil. Then join a guided walk along forested trails to reach a breathtaking viewpoint. The coffee shop offers the opportunity to try out different types and aromas of coffees, grounded right before drinking. In addition, you can try coffee liqueur, jabuticaba fruit, handmade cachaça, papaya candies, pickles, honey, and much more. Take a lunch break and taste typical Brazilian countryside cuisine, surrounded by nature. Continue to a family-run goat cheese farm and learn how cheese is made, from fresh milk to the curdling stage. Finish with cheese tastings and interesting stories.

Take this tasty tour to visit the key gastronomic sites of Sao Paulo. Venture to the municipal market, created 80 years ago - it still maintains its original charm. Enjoy the flavors of Brazilian food among the eclectic buildings famous for their artistic windows.  Learn the ingredients that go into preparing feijoada, a true Brazilian specialty. See exotic regional fruits that are produced in the Amazon, northeastern Brazil, and other areas throughout the country. Continue to a lively Street Market, known by the locals as 'feiras'. Hear the shouts of local traders as they draw you to their stands in this typical market known for its fresh, quality food and unique atmosphere. Bon appetit!

Immerse yourself in Liberdade, the Japanese center of São Paulo, on a 3-hour guided walking tour. Start by visiting two important churches in the area, before visiting Templo Lohan. Enter into the History Museum of Japanese Immigration and end your tour at the Jardim Oriental. Meet your guide at Liberdade Square and get ready for your walking tour through Liberade, home to the world’s largest Japanese community outside of Japan. Visit the Igreja Santa Cruz das Almas dos Enforcados, a beautiful church where you can take photos. See the Buddhist temple of Templo Lohan and learn about the history of Chinese immigration, Buddhism, and kung fu in Liberdade. Continue to the History Museum of Japanese Immigration in Brazil, and hear about the origins of São Paulo’s Japanese citizens. Walk along the Largo da Pólvora and see the Portal do Bairro da Liberdade, before arriving at the Jardim Oriental. End your tour here, choosing to explore the Oriental gardens or find authentic cuisine for lunch.

Go on a 5-hour guided private tour in São Paulo to experience the culture, customs, and history through food. Discover the great diversity of Brazil’s ingredients, aromas, flavors, recipes, and typical dishes shaped by indigenous traditions, afro-communities, and currents of immigrants from all over the world. Explore the splendor of the rich cultural, historical and gastronomic heritage of São Paulo and Brazil. Visit some of São Paulo’s renowned establishments, hidden gems and learn how a product or ingredient becomes a typical dish of a particular place. Try authentic local products that speak to all your senses, such as pão de queijo, coxinha, brigadeiro, nuts, fruits, pastel, coffee, cachaça, and more. Follow your guide and get a chance to meet and engage with shop sellers to know about the quality of their products. Next, move on to the Municipal Market, a fascinating place famous for its delicious food, history, and architecture. With your expert food guide, visit adored eateries and lose yourself among the delectable sweets and salty snacks. Learn about the rich history and stunning architecture of the place that is a part of São Paulo’s historical and artistic patrimony. Don’t miss an opportunity to taste several snacks and sweets from the best bakeries in Sao Paulo. Continue your tour as you head to Vila Madalena, the most buzzing neighborhood area in town. Enjoy the energetic bohemian vibe and explore the food joints that serve soul-warming dishes and drinks.