Back in 1996, art student Leo Feijó took it upon himself to create a cultural centre in a house that his grandparents intended to put up for sale, and in the process created a cult venue that would endure as the epicentre of Rio’s alternative music scene. Playing the rock and indie that the kids […]
Named after the cult (and wayward) writer Charles, Bukowski the club is a homage to the man’s genius in more than just name. Set in a beautiful old mansion on an otherwise quiet, residential Botafogo street, the queues snaking around the block outside soon after opening tell their own story. Grabbing a seat in the […]
If you find yourself in need of refreshment after a stroll through the beautiful Parque Do Flamengo, then your best stop is Belmonte. The original outlet of a now successful chain, it keeps the carioca spirit alive and well with its carefree air, great food, and icy chopp.
Restaurants traditionally serve feijoada, Brazil’s savory national dish, on Saturday, but here the huge pots of the stew simmer every day. You can choose which of the nine types of meat you want in your stew, but if it’s your first time, waiters will bring you a “safe” version with sausage, beef, and pork—sans feet […]
This quirky restaurant first opened in 2010 and is dedicated to fans of cinema. Located in Centro Histórico, halfway between Mosteiro de São Bento and the Candelária Church, the interior is decorated with film memorabilia and all dishes and drinks are named after famous titles of Brazilian releases. Cine Botequim also shows films daily and […]
The Tijuca Forest Tour , is probably one of the top 5 most popular tours in Rio de Janeiro city. The forest is considered to be the largest urban forest in the whole world. It represents 7% of the whole city`s territory, and it is also known as the lungs of Rio. Visiting the city […]
A branch of the highly successful São Paulo club, Studio RJ is a super-cool spot at the Arpoador end of Ipanema with a modern arty décor. Attracting the city’s most fashion-conscious jet set, Studio RJ plays an eclectic musical mix, with live bands and DJs playing anything from hip-hop and MPB to samba and traditional […]
Miam Miam is set in a restored white colonial building in the stylish bayside Botafogo neighbourhood. The French-Brazilian owners offer a unique menu featuring French cuisine with a Brazilian twist, the fetuccini with mushrooms, roasted garlic and lime being a popular dish. The kitsch decor is furnished entirely with pieces from the 1950s, 60s and […]
On the edge of Praça Tiradentes, halfway between Centro and Lapa, the gutter and the stars, is one of the hottest club venues to emerge in 2011, Espaço Acústica. Opened in 2010, it rapidly became the adopted home of parties like Bootie Rio and Phunk! thanks to its blend of club and classic-Lapa bar, upmarket […]
From the world’s largest art deco sculpture, Christ the Redeemer, to the high peaks of Sugarloaf and Corcovado, this sprawling and vibrant city is quite a wonder from above. Its lavish theaters and museums, centuries-old monasteries, golden beaches and samba clubs mingle effortlessly, providing any Rio de Janeiro wedding both flare and drama. Nowhere is this […]