Hands-On Cooking Class in Rio: Iconic Street Foods & Caipirinhas
Description
Peel back the layers of Rio de Janeiro’s culture by diving fork-first into its street and bar food scene. This immersive cooking class is your backstage pass to the flavors that fuel the city, crunchy, juicy, spicy and always full of soul. Guided by a passionate local host, you’ll prepare iconic dishes like pastel de feira, bolinho de feijoada, and pão de queijo among other items then shake up your own caipirinha. Set in a warm, welcoming home or culinary studio, this isn’t just a class, it’s a celebration. Expect laughter, music, local stories, and unforgettable bites. Whether you're a solo explorer or traveling with friends, this experience connects you with Brazil’s tastiest traditions in the most joyful way.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- We can accomodate to your food allergies or intolerances, let us know in advance
- Anybody under 18 or don't drink Alcohol? We can make Virgin versions of our drinks!
Reviews(18)
Great experience for the 4 or us. Great host who was very fun
So happy you all had a great time and enjoyed the experience together 😊 Cheers, Maira from Cook in Fiesta
Super recommended experience, worth every penny. This was much more than a cooking class, the host explained the origin of the ingredients, the various influences on Brazilian food, and made the experience super fun and engaging. As a solo traveler, this was the perfect way to combine food, culture and meeting over a common interest people. Thanks again to Karina, who was a fabulous host!
Thank you, Karina will be delighted to know the experience felt fun, cultural, and perfect for a solo traveler. So glad it was worth every penny. 🌞 Cheers, Maira from Cook in Fiesta
Fabulous experience for our study abroad group of 17. Not only did we learn how to prepare authentic dishes, but we also got a deeper understanding of Brazil’s food history and cultural influences. The instructors did a great job explaining the origins of the ingredients and traditions behind each recipe, which made the experience feel much more meaningful. The food turned out absolutely delicious, and the entire class was engaging, hands-on, and genuinely fun. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a memorable and immersive way to experience Brazilian cuisine.
What a fantastic group, we’re so happy the class felt immersive, meaningful, and fun for your study abroad students. Thanks for sharing that experience with us. 🎓 Cheers, Maira from Cook in Fiesta
I loved this experience to get to learn more about the Brazilian culture. We enjoyed every part of the class. This is best for people who love to immerse themselves into a new culture and learn more.
Thrilled this was the best part of your Brazil trip, thanks for diving in — we love hosting curious, immersive guests like you. 🥳 Cheers, Maira from Cook in Fiesta
Loved it!!! Great experience!
Amazing to hear — glad you loved it, and thanks for the energy! 🎉 Cheers, Maira from Cook in Fiesta
Super friendly and knowledgeable chef. Great food and recipes
Lovely to hear this was a favourite, thanks for joining and for the kind words about the chef and recipes. Cheers, Maira from Cook in Fiesta
This was an amazing experience! The drinks and food was great.We also learned so much about brazilian culture and cooking skills we can apply in the future. 5/5 would recommend to any and everyone.
Thanks for joining us, we’re thrilled the street-food format and caipirinhas made the night memorable. It’s great to hear you took away both new cooking skills and a deeper taste of Brazilian culture — come hungry next time for even more bites! 🍹 Cheers, Maira from Cook in Fiesta
I had a really great time cooking with Hayza! She was knowledgeable, patient, and made every recipe easy to follow. The ingredients were fresh, and the experience was really fun.
We’re so happy you enjoyed cooking with Hayza! Her goal is always to make recipes approachable, fun, and full of flavor, and it’s wonderful to hear the fresh ingredients and hands-on guidance made your experience memorable. We hope to welcome you back to Rio for another tasty adventure! 🍹 Cheers, Maira from Cook in Fiesta
We took the cooking class with Hayza and we thoroughly enjoyed everything! Highly recommended for families seeking fun experience for everyone and who enjoy good food!
The hands-on approach and welcoming environment allow families to explore flavors together while having fun. Stories, techniques, and sampling dishes create a complete culinary experience. 👨👩👧👦 Cheers, Maira from Cook in Fiesta
Great experience! Awesome chef Hayza was amazing and I would recommend. We had a 9 & 10 year old in our group and she was so patient with them. Amazing and memorable time!
Including younger guests in the class in such an approachable way makes it memorable. Watching them engage while learning recipes adds to the joy of the session. 🍽️ Cheers, Maira from Cook in Fiesta
