Brazilian cuisine is beloved by people all over the world, and serving it at an event buffet can be the key to surprising and delighting guests, providing a unique cultural immersion. Whether it's a corporate or social event, having Brazilian cuisine at an event opens up the possibility of serving a diversity of flavors and creating a more engaging and memorable atmosphere.

Looking to serve Brazilian cuisine at events? Keep reading and discover how to innovate your buffet, and we'll also talk about the "Flavors of Brazil" Festival at Clementina Bar e Ristoranti, where the Center Convention food and beverage team will be present. Check it out! 

A little about the history of Brazilian cuisine.

Brazilian cuisine is a blend of Indigenous, African, and European influences, resulting in delicious and culturally significant dishes. Let's learn more about it.

Before the arrival of Europeans in Brazil, in addition to fish caught by fishing, the basis of the indigenous peoples' diet was what they cultivated, such as cassava and corn. After the arrival of Europeans and Africans in Brazilian territory, new ingredients began to be part of the cuisine, such as olive oil, meats, cachaça (Brazilian rum), wheat, okra, peppers, and spices. 

Discover the festival that featured beef cuts as its theme. 

Today, Brazilian cuisine continues to feature culinary innovations, combining different techniques and ingredients from various influences to create flavorful and vibrant dishes. 

Why serve Brazilian cuisine at events?

Choosing to serve Brazilian cuisine at events is a way to value the country's tradition, creating an atmosphere that fosters a deeper connection with the moment, making it an unforgettable experience for your guests.

Add to that the possibility and practicality of serving a wide variety of typical options that can be savory, such as feijoada and coxinha, and sweet, such as brigadeiro and goiabada, pleasing all types of palates.

Let's list some tips for combining the flavor of Brazilian cuisine with the charm of your event, with ideas that will make all the difference in making the buffet more pleasant and elegant for your guests.

How to innovate in the buffet?

A Gastronomic experiences at events are becoming increasingly important., Serving Brazilian food is a trend that transforms gatherings and celebrations into memorable moments. And serving Brazilian food is a choice that can take your event to another level, creating lasting memories for your guests with the rich diversity of dishes that can be served. 

Check out some tips.

Explore the diversity of Brazilian dishes.

There are some typical dishes that are very famous and associated with certain states. For example, feijoada is associated with Rio de Janeiro, while acarajé is known for being from Bahia. To surprise your guests with a variety of options, offer lesser-known dishes, such as moqueca from Espírito Santo, bobó from Maranhão, or empadão from Goiás.

Set up the buffet in an elegant and creative way. 

A beautiful presentation draws guests' attention and encourages them to enjoy the food served at the buffet. Opt for good quality utensils and choose serving dishes and trays of different shapes to create a more dynamic look, keeping everything organized. And Remember to decorate the table with flower arrangements or other elements that match the event's decor. 

How about serving up a reinterpretation of classic dishes?

Recreating classic Brazilian dishes can be a great way to add a modern and sophisticated touch to the buffet, while maintaining the essence and specific flavor of that recipe.

Just imagine how delicious it would be to eat a version of pão de queijo, typical of Minas Gerais, filled with truffle jam, or a coxinha stuffed with shrimp and creamy cheese, for example.

Plan more than one themed environment.   

Planning environments that complement the buffet served at that table is an innovative strategy that engages guests in a more fun way. At the same event, organizing a station of Brazilian appetizers with a variety of sauces, and another station of desserts, with dulce de leche and coconut kisses, for example, can make the experience very dynamic for the guest. 

Remember the drinks

In addition to the typical dishes, you should pay close attention to the side dishes and drinks that will be served, highlighting Brazilian cuisine. To do this, consider including guaraná and natural juices made with native fruits. 

The Contemporary Brazilian Food Festival celebrates the country's vibrant gastronomy.

Clementina Bar e Ristoranti, open daily from 5 pm and located in the Mercure Uberlândia Plaza Shopping Hotel, features Brazilian cuisine in another festival, taking place from September 6th to 22nd. 

In this special edition, in honor of Brazil's Independence, Clementina celebrates the freedom and creativity of Brazilian cuisine. There are two appetizers, three main courses, and two desserts created by our food and beverage team for the festival. 

“My inspiration for creating this gastronomic season came from the richness and diversity of Brazilian flavors, which are both traditional and innovative. Each dish was designed to provide a unique sensory experience, harmonizing emblematic ingredients of our culture with contemporary techniques. I hope that each dish this season will be a journey through the flavors of Brazil, celebrating our identity and our ability to reinvent what is ours,” explains chef Rafael Oliveira.

Check out the menu:

Tickets

Tapioca Cubes with Molasses and Chili Gel: Crispy cubes of tapioca and curd cheese, served with molasses and chili gel.

Hearts of Palm Salad with Cod Flakes and Passion Fruit Vinaigrette: Thin slices of hearts of palm in two textures, shredded cod, and cherry tomatoes, harmonized with a citrus passion fruit vinaigrette.

Main Dishes

Grilled Sea Bass with Cassava Mousseline and Tucupi Sauce: Grilled sea bass fillet, served over cassava mousseline and finished with a delicate tucupi sauce.

Quinoa Risotto with Brazilian Mushrooms and Brazil Nuts: Creamy quinoa risotto with a selection of Brazilian mushrooms, finished with toasted Brazil nut slivers and Canastra cheese.

Filet Mignon Medallion with Baru Nut Crust and Brown Sugar Sauce: Filet mignon medallion covered with a baru nut crust, served with a delicate brown sugar sauce and accompanied by rustic potatoes with confit tomatoes. 

Desserts

Coconut Panna Cotta with Guava Paste Sauce: Smooth coconut panna cotta, served with guava paste sauce and crunchy cashew nuts roasted with coconut. 

Chocolate Mousse Cake with Cumaru and Peanut Brittle Crunch: Chocolate mousse cake with a cumaru aroma, finished with peanut brittle crunch and coconut ice cream. 

Host your event with us.

Offer a menu packed with Brazilian cuisine at your event with us and make your audience's gastronomic experience unforgettable. You can check out all the infrastructure and services available at the Convention Center and throughout the Center Shopping Complex by speaking with our team. Call us at (34) 3239-8300 or email comercial@centerconvention.com.br. You can also reserve a date by clicking [here]. HERE.