Eating in Rio

If you made it through here I am certain this tip of mine won't be of any service to you but...Try trying. There are wonderful natural juice houses in Rio. Try local fruits. I am sure there are some you have never heard of. Others are not so exotic but wonderful specially in summer (pineapple is a good choice at this time of the year). "Feijoada"and "caipirinha"are not urban legends. They do exist and are delicious. In Rio, the best "feijoada"is in Santa Tereza (Bar do Mineiro). Be prepared! It is strong and not appropriate for hot weather but it would be great if you could try it at least once. You must get into "carioca's" rythm: go out with friends sit at a table and order some beer with "bolinho de bacalhau"(cod fish appetizers). When the night is coming sit at the beach and order some cocconut water.