Gastronomic products of Búzios

• Fresh seafood

  Búzios, being a peninsula surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, offers a wide variety of fresh seafood. Local restaurants pride themselves on serving dishes with shrimp, lobsters, oysters and other seafood caught the same day, ensuring freshness and flavor.

• Moqueca

  Moqueca is a traditional Brazilian fish stew that can be found in Búzios. This dish is prepared with fresh fish, tomatoes, onions, garlic and cilantro, and cooked slowly in a clay pot. Moqueca is served with rice and farofa, a side dish made from toasted cassava flour.

• Caipirinha

  Caipirinha is a typical Brazilian alcoholic drink that is very popular in Búzios. It is prepared with cachaça (a sugar cane distillate), lime, sugar and ice. It is a refreshing drink that is especially enjoyed on warm summer afternoons on the beaches of Búzios.

• Feijoada

  Feijoada is a traditional Brazilian dish that can also be enjoyed in Búzios. It is a stew of black beans with pork and is served with rice, oranges, kale and farofa. Feijoada is a hearty and tasty dish that is a true reflection of Brazil's rich culinary culture.

• Ceviche

  Originally from Peru but popular in many coastal South American countries, ceviche is a refreshing dish made with raw fish marinated in citrus juice, usually lemon or lime, and seasoned with onion, cilantro and chili. It is known for its freshness and vibrant flavor.

• Empanadas

  These are filled pastas that can be found in almost all South American countries, although their fillings and shapes can vary significantly from place to place. Empanadas can be filled with meat, chicken, cheese, ham, or combinations of ingredients such as meat with olives and eggs. They can be baked or fried, and are popular as snacks or quick meals.

• Pisco

  Pisco is a grape spirit that is very popular in Peru and Chile, where each country has its own designation of origin and unique production traditions. It is the main ingredient of the famous Pisco Sour cocktail, which combines pisco with lemon juice, egg white, sugar and Angostura bitters. This liquor is a distinctive drink of the region and is celebrated with festivals and competitions in both countries.