Although Toronto boasts numerous authentic Brazilian steakhouses, such as popular choices like Copacabana and Rodeo, the city’s midtown area has recently welcomed two new Brazilian spots offering a new take on the country’s cuisine.
Samba Brazil Eatery
In July, Samba Brazil Eatery opened at 2109 Yonge Street. Owned by Brazilian native Paulo Canabrava, here you’ll find anย array of both sweet and savoury pastels,ย along with other popular Brazilian street foods. For those not in the know,ย pastels are fried pastries most commonly filled with an assortment of ingredients including cheese, chicken, shrimp, hearts of palms or ground beef. Sweet variations often featuring ingredients like chocolate, bananas, or guava jam. However, these sweet versions are not as prevalent as their savoury counterparts. Other popular menu itemsย include coxinha, a tear-drop shaped croquette, filled with chicken, cheese and broth and for something sweet, the traditional Brazilian dessert brigadeiro, aย bite-size chocolate sweetย that falls somewhere between a bonbonย and a truffle. This is the third location for Samba โ they also haveย locations on St. Clair and another inside the Worldย Food Market near Yonge and Dundas Square. “I want toย sincerely thank the entire Brazilian community which, since day one back in 2019, hasย supported and encouraged us to keepย bringing our warmth and wonderfulย cuisine to theseย chilly lands,” Canabrava captioned a post onย Instagram. 2109 Yonge St.
Aรงaรญ Concept
Aรงaรญ, a quintessentially Brazilian fruit, stands out as one of the most delicious and most popular choices among Brazilians. Beyond its taste, this fruit offers a wealth of health benefits. It’s praised as an antioxidant, aiding in reducing inflammation, regulating blood sugar and boosting the immune system. Recently opened Aรงaรญ Concept in Toronto crafts South-Americanย inspired smoothie bowls and juices as well as savoury and sweet crepesย like the ham and cheese or theย banana and cinnamon.ย They also offer Brazilian bites,ย including cheese buns and croquettes. 2039 Yonge St.
