On November 9 and 10, São Paulo will host the 1st edition of ‘Comidas de Mi Tierra – América Latina & Caribe’. The festival promises to bring together the most authentic flavors, engaging rhythms and rich culture of different countries on the American continent.
The event will take place at Largo da Batata, next to the Faria Lima Metro, meaning it will be easily accessible to all São Paulo residents. Over the two days, 58 typical food stalls from 15 Latin American and Caribbean nations will offer São Paulo residents a small taste of their countries. In addition to the shows, there will also be salsa concerts and workshops to entertain the public.
Comidas de Mi Tierra: a gastronomic journey without leaving São Paulo
Organized by Cola em Sampa, a channel with more than 500,000 followers, the festival aims to invite the public to explore the traditions of its Latin American and Caribbean neighbors. According to Willian Vendramini, co-founder of the channel, it will be “a journey through the most delicious and surprising side”.
For this reason, many of the exhibitors chosen are immigrants who have found in gastronomy a new chance to restart their lives in Brazil. This is the case, for example, with Andre James, who runs Jerky’s Caribbean Cuisine. Born in Kingston, Jamaica, James fell in love with Brazil during an exchange program and decided to bring a piece of his homeland, giving voice and flavor to his Caribbean roots.
What typical dishes will you be able to try?
At the ‘Comidas de Mi Tierra – América Latina & Caribe’ festival, visitors will have the chance to enjoy typical dishes from countries such as:
- El Salvador: Pupusa – A thick corn dough tortilla, filled with a variety of ingredients that can include meat or vegetarian options. It is considered one of the country’s most emblematic foods.
- Trinidad and Tobago: Curry Chicken – A vibrant and aromatic dish that combines succulent pieces of chicken marinated in a mixture of spices, including curry powder, garlic, ginger and chili.
- Colombia: Empanadas – Fried pastries made from corn dough and filled; and Arepas Colombianas – Flatbreads made from pre-cooked corn dough, served plain or with a filling.
In addition, chefs from various regions of Brazil, including Bahia, Goiás, Mato Grosso, Minas Gerais, Pará and São Paulo, will offer a delicious exploration of national flavors.
Musical shows rock the festival
Finally, the musical program will also be full of attractions that promise to leave no one standing still:
- A Lo Cubano: A band that will perform a repertoire of the best Latin music, including Salsa, Reggaeton, Pop and Cha-cha-chá. With musicians from Cuba, Brazil and Colombia, the band brings a rich mix of Latin American influences.
- Luiz Rodriguez: The Venezuelan singer and his band will rock the crowd with bolero, cumbia and other Latin rhythms.
- DJs Bogotá and Poncho from Bolivia: They promise a real Latin Fiesta with popular rhythms, electronics and a modern vibe.
- Bateria de Rua: Rhythm players who will guarantee the traditional Brazilian samba circle.
- Juliana Hooper: Singer who will bring the best of the blues to the festival.
- Mariachi Group: Bringing the contagious joy of traditional Mexican music.