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Quindim are a favorite dessert in Brazil, especially in Salvador de Bahia. They are vibrant yellow in color and have a signature shine that make for an enticing little treat. Their texture is cooling and creamy, perfect for the warm summer months.  Like many of the beautiful dishes in Bahia, quindim are a blend of […]

Corn Pudding from Brazil The Festas Juninas are fast approaching, and no celebration would be complete without curau. Creamy, sweet, and refreshing, this corn pudding is both delicious and very simple to make.  Like many festivals in Brazil, the Festas Juninas have their roots in Catholicism. Also known as the Festas de São João, the […]

In America, we love a big breakfast with eggs, potatoes, pancakes, and bacon. When we’re in a hurry, we tend to load up on starch with glazed donuts, muffins, or a bagel with cream cheese. In Brazil, breakfast is usually on the lighter side. Lunch is a much heartier meal, so most Brazilians stick with […]

There is a Brazilian version of nearly every dessert you can think of, and donuts are no exception. These bolinhos de chuva are actually closer to a Southern beignet: crisp and golden on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and rolled in a generous coating of cinnamon sugar.  Meaning of Bolinho de Chuva in English […]