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Always popular among Brazilians and non-Brazilians alike is the churrasco - Brazil's extravagant version of the barbeque. At churrascarias (steakhouses), guests are immediately drawn to the lively atmosphere as colorfully-costumed waiters parade around the restaurant serving a variety of meats marinaded and seasoned in many different recipes. The waiters slice whatever cut of South American beef the guest wishes. Churrascarias commonly are priced as all-you-can-eat - a sure heaven for meat-lovers and an unforgettable experience for everyone.
There are many ethnic neighborhoods in São Paulo worth visiting:
For a taste of Japanese culture, visit Liberdade on Sundays when the streets are converted into open-air markets with stalls selling a variety of foods and handcrafts.
Also on Sundays, Praça da República is a must-see with booths selling different types of handicrafts, such as miniature hand-painted sculptures, portraits made of colored sands, carvings, papyrus arts and many others.
To experience Italian culture Brazilian-style, visit Bexiga to see historic buildings and taste traditional Italian cuisine. With numerous restaurants, clubs, bars and performance theatres, Bexiga is worth more than one night's exploration. The pizzerias here are well-known among Brazilians for the tremendous variety of toppings they offer. Some suggestions: Pizza de Frango e Milho com Catupiry (chicken, corn and a type of Brazilian cream cheese) and Quatro Queijos (four-cheeses).
One note, Paulistanos (what São Paulo residents are called)
love to party and the night is always young. If you plan to go clubbing, earlybirds save on discounted entrance fees - but
you might be the first one on the dance floor. Parties start at midnight and you might see the sunrise when you finally leave
the club.
I hope you will visit São Paulo soon. As we say in Brazil, Bom Viagem!
By: Evelyn Ko
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