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Passion food
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If a little comfort food is all you’re craving in a grey weekend in London, the Maracujá stalls are a safe bet. Francisco and Bruno started the family business in Brick Lane in 2007, selling typical Brasilian food, and now they’ve expanded their trade to the King’s Road Market and Elephant & Castle, spreading their [...]

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A Good Starch
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In the heart of the Portuguese community in Vauxhall lies a Brasilian gem: opened a mere seven months ago, Tia Maria is worth a visit even if you don’t live south of the river. Tiny, but very cozy, the restaurant specialises in tapioca. Never heard of it? Well, that’s because there aren’t many places around [...]

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Cinnamon bom!
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Cravo e Canela
Having delivered the most delicious cakes and Brasilian sweets to private parties and events since 2008, Cravo & Canela now offer the chance for customers to taste all of their treats in a cosy little café in Brixton – no pre-ordering necessary. Luiz, one of the owners, tells us that he and chef [...]

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Spiritual Caipirinha Bar
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Opened in Camdem Town on December last year, Spiritual Bar is a hot spot for everyone looking for a real caipirinha extravaganza. In charge of the kitchen is Pietro Rocha, former chef at Guanabara and previously at the famous Copacabana Palace in Rio.

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Constancia
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Cozy Argentine
When it comes to Argentinian restaurants, the first thing you think of is succulent steaks. Constancia, which opened just over a month ago, carries on this proud tradition: steak is definitely the main attraction. The house specialty is Parrillada, grilled steak with chorizo and provolone cheese, served with French fries and fresh bread. Delicious.
It [...]

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Casa Brasil
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Hands-on style
If you are looking for tasty, home-made Brasilian food in London, Casa Brasil should be your first stop. Owner Edir Cunha comes from Minas Gerais, famous for its culinary traditions, and spends hours in the kitchen, lovingly preparing traditional dishes for a menu which reflects both a love of Brasilian cuisine and an appreciation [...]

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Iberica Food & Culture
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195 Great Portland Street, W1W 5PS
Great Portland Street
020 7636 8650
ibericalondon.com

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Cubana – Bar & Restaurant
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48 Lower Marsh SE1 7RG
Waterloo
0207 928 8778
CUBANA.CO.UK

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A LA CRUZ
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42 Northampton Rd, EC1R 0HU
Angel
020 7837 1999
ALACRUZ.COM

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Coco Bamboo
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48 Chalk Farm Road, NW1 8AJ
Camden Town
020 7627 6613
COCOBAMBOO.CO.UK

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