The annual Best of Gastronomy, from Prazeres da Mesa, chooses the most outstanding chefs and restaurants on the national scene. The choice works as follows: after the jury, which includes chefs, journalists and other gastronomy professionals, has counted, the public has the opportunity to vote for their favorites, resulting in a result that includes the opinion of experts and consumers.
The 2024 results have just come out, and we have some great news: Restaurant of the Year (Brazil) is right here in São Paulo! Among the almost forty thousand votes received in this edition, the Tuju stood out among all the houses in the country, becoming the big winner of the São Paulo edition. Find out more below:
‘Best of Gastronomy 2024’: Tuju won in two categories
It’s not the first time we’ve talked about Tuju here at São Paulo Secreto. After all, the house was also the great winner of the Michelin Guide 2024 after receiving three mentions in the award: Opening of the Year, Green Star (for sustainability) and Two Michelin stars.
After this victory, the restaurant achieved the feat of being a big winner once again. That’s because it received the title of Restaurant of the Year from all over Brazil, as well as Novelty of the Year.
About Tuju
Tuju opened its doors for the first time in 2014, quickly gaining recognition on the gastronomic scene. However, during the Covid-19 pandemic, many restaurants suffered from a lack of customers, and Tuju was no different. During his social isolation, chef Ivan Ralston had to make the difficult decision to close the restaurant.
Its history only continued in 2023, when the chef decided to reopen the restaurant. But anyone who thinks he’s back exactly the same as before is mistaken. Tuju has returned at a different address, with a new format and full of innovations.
One of the house’s great differentials is its seasonal menu. Combining Brazilian cuisine with European techniques, the chef creates specific tasting menus for each season, with ingredients that match the climatic conditions of the moment.
The house is also committed to sustainability. After all, the establishment is responsible for the selective collection of all its waste, and even has a filter to make the air inside cleaner for the atmosphere.
How to find out?
Tuju is in Jardim Paulistano (Rua Frei Galvão, 135). To visit, you need to make a reservation at this address. Check out more details on their Instagram.