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Join me for a guided walk through the Feira da Glória, one of Rio’s most vibrant open-air markets. As you explore the bustling stalls, I’ll help you select seasonal fruits, native herbs, & rare ingredients, sharing their history, cultural significance, and how they shape the world of Brazilian mixology. Then we’ll go to a bar where you’ll experience the artistry of one of Rio’s most innovative bartenders.
• We’ll begin our 90-minute journey by meeting at the entrance to the Feira da Glória market for an overview of Brazil’s cocktail traditions and the importance of fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Next, we’ll take a guided walk through the market’s stalls, sampling fruits like cupuaçu, graviola, & caju, while learning about their cultural & role in Brazilian mixology. Together, the group will select fruits & botanicals to turn into a custom cocktail.
•We’ll then walk to Surubar for a behind-the-scenes look at Brazil’s cutting-edge cocktail scene. Master bartender Igor Renovato will transform the handpicked ingredients into a signature cocktail.
• You’ll end the afternoon with a private tasting session. You’ll learn how to use fresh ingredients at home during a free-flowing discussion.
Food and cocktail lovers craving a personalized blend of history, culture, & world-class mixology, will leave this immersive journey with an appreciation for all Brazil’s flavors have to offer
