Rio city guide: Finally a way to share my obsession
1 / 1 ( 3 votes ) Have I mentioned that I’m an obsessive-compulsive holiday planner? I think it could be a sickness. Lately I’ve rocked my own world by coming up with this amazing new way of planning holidays with Google Maps. I simply research the restaurants, galleries, shop and sights I want to […]
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Rio Restaurant Find: Bar e Restaurante URCA
Locals spill out of the bar and sit on the wall outside to enjoy the harbour views with ice-cold beers and fried cod balls. Best bit: The restaurant is outstanding. We had serious food envy when we saw another table order the grilled octopus. http://www.barurca.com.br/ R. Cândido Gaffrée, 205 Urca  Rio de Janeiro RJ, 22291-080, Brazil […]
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Rio Bar Find: Rio Scenarium
This famous antique store turns into a great live samba club at night. Enjoy caipirinhas and dancing with a nice mix of locals and travellers. Best bit: The interiors of this old mansion are special – a real treat for the eyes. http://www.rioscenarium.com.br/ R. do Lavrádio, 20 Centro  Rio de Janeiro RJ, 20230-070, Brazil +55 21 […]
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Rio Sightseeing Find: Escadaria Selaron
It is amazing to see how the artist (known as Selaron) has transformed these steps in Lapa from a dark and dingy drug hideout to a world famous piece of art that people from all over the world have contributed to. Best bit: See the steps then take a photo with the eccentric artist himself […]
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Rio Restaurant Find: Aprazivel
The ambience of this restaurant alone is reason enough to go ”“ it’s on top of the Santa Teresa hills and you dine outside amongst friends, food and nature. Best bit: Roasted heart of palm served to you still in the palm! www.aprazivel.com.br R. AprazÃvel, 62 Santa Teresa  Rio de Janeiro RJ, 20241-270, Brazil +55 21 […]
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Rio Restaurant Find: Bar do Mineiro
This was the source of my inspiration to cook Brazilian food. An old school bar where a local friend would take you if you were lucky. Best bit: Get a pot of feijoada (pork and black bean stew) with rice, steamed thinly sliced kale and pork crackling. You’ll be addicted. http://bardomineiro.net/ R. Paschoal Carlos Magno, […]
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Rio Restaurant Find: Galitos Grill
Ate here 3 times in 2 weeks and ordered the same thing every time ”“ you would too if you tried it. Best bit: Grilled spring chicken in an amazingly spicy, zesty and buttery sauce with broccoli rice, fresh salad and some hot chips if you’ve got the room. I’m literally craving it now. http://www.galitos.com.br/ […]
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Rio Restaurant Find: Sushi Leblon
Believe the hype that Sushi Leblon has the best sushi in Rio but be prepared to line up for it. Best bit: The grilled asparagus sounds simple and boring but it’s juicy and charred to perfection. http://www.sushileblon.com/ R. Dias Ferreira, 256 Leblon  Rio de Janeiro RJ, 22431-050, Brazil +55 21 2512-7830
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Rio Restaurant Find: Via Sete
1 / 1 ( 1 vote ) A bustling lunchtime pit-stop for healthy, gourmet, organic salads, wraps and burgers (without the bun). Best bit: Get a seat outside – you’re on the best street in Ipanema for people watching http://www.viasete.com.br/ Rua Garcia D’ Ãvila, 125 Ipanema  Rio de Janeiro RJ, 22421-010, Brazil +55 21 2512-8100 Â
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Rio Restaurant Find: Porcao Brazilian BBQ
Starve yourself for at least a day before you eat here but you can expect to be rewarded with as much high quality meat as you can eat ”“ a proper meat feast. There’s a salad bar if you need a break. Best bit: No need to say you’re ready for more meat ”“ simply […]
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