4h Cooking Class in São Paulo with 9 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Immerse yourself in the culinary culture of Brazil during a small-group cooking class. Learn about the flavors, ingredients, and traditional techniques of Brazilian comfort food as your instructor guides you step-by-step. Get your hands dirty preparing iconic recipes—from garlic rice to buttery farofa and picanha steak - while sipping on a refreshing caipirinha. Enjoy a true taste of Brazil beyond the restaurant scene as you cook, learn, laugh, and connect with locals.
- Learn more about Brazilian cuisine than you would just eating out
- Small group size allows for a more personalized, hands-on experience
- Ideal for foodies or anyone who loves to create in the kitchen
- Enjoy unlimited caipirinhas or tropical mocktails while you cook
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Maximum of eight people per class
We can also teach non-alcoholic drinks (mocktails), just tell our instructor at the beginning of the class.!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Join a hands-on cooking experience inside a real Brazilian home and step into the local way of eating. You’ll join a small group and jump straight into the kitchen, preparing traditional dishes such as picanha and farofa. The rhythm is relaxed and intuitive, focused on how locals actually cook, not on rigid instructions. As you cook, your host shares practical techniques and cultural details that rarely appear in cookbooks, but make all the difference when recreating these dishes at home. Most ingredients are easy to find worldwide, so what you learn travels with you. Along the way, candid photos are taken so you leave with real memories. Afterward, you’ll receive our digital recipe book and a curated São Paulo Food Guide to keep exploring local flavors. When everything is ready, the group sits down to enjoy the meal they prepared together. A homemade caipirinha is served, glasses are raised, and the kitchen turns into a shared table of conversation and laughter. You’re not watching from the outside, you’re part of it. You leave with practical skills you’ll actually use, genuine memories and the confidence of our 5-star money-back guarantee.
Sample Menu
starter
Caipirinhas (unlimited)
Brazil’s national cocktail prepared with cachaça and lime, with tropical fruit options.
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Tapioca
A typical Brazilian crepe made from tapioca flour, common in markets and home kitchens.
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Pao de Queijo (cheese bread)
Traditional recipe from Minas Gerais made with cassava flour and cheese.
starter
Fried cassava sticks
A classic Brazilian bar-style side.
starter
Butter Cassava with herbs
Cassava prepared with butter and herbs, found in everyday Brazilian meals.
main
Toasted Farofa with banana
Toasted cassava flour with banana.
main
Picanha Steak
Brazil’s signature cut of beef, grilled and served with rice and farofa.
main
Brazilian style white rice
The everyday side that completes the meal.
dessert
Brigadeiro (Brazilian fudge)
Typical Brazilian crepe made from tapioca flour, common in markets and home kitchens.
What‘s Included
Hands-on cooking experience guided by a bilingual local host
All ingredients, utensils, and apron provided - nothing to bring
Recipe booklet in digital format to recreate dishes at home
Small group for a personalized experience
5-Star Experience Guarantee - or your money back
Full meal (appetizer, main dish, dessert) + unlimited drinks
Hotel pickup and drop off
Wine (red or white) sold separately
Gratuities
Options
Shared class + market tour
Supermarket tour: Supermarket tour followed by Picanha steak class + 9 recipes. class in English
Shared Group Cooking class
Duration: 3 hours
.: Picanha steak class + 9 recipes. class in English
Reviews
44 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent, a fun, social and informative night
G905IIannah,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an excellent tour with André! He was really knowledgeable, friendly and went at a pace that suited our group - we became quite social! He created a great relaxed atmosphere and was happy to share his knowledge of food, cooking and Brazil.
Great food, great vibes, great learnings!
M9920PGalexise,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great food, great vibes, great learnings! Good length to be able to digest some of the food haha. Also interesting to learn more about the history of Brazilian cuisine.
Great experience! Highly recommend!
Victor I,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice cooking class! We made very nice traditional food in this class
Great evening of cooking with Joao
Bobby R,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely evening making delicious food with Joao
Memorable Night in the Kitchen
David B,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an outstanding experience at this cooking class. The instructor was knowledgeable, engaging, and made even complex techniques feel easy. The class was well-organized, with a perfect balance of hands-on learning and demonstration. We especially appreciated the attention to detail and the helpful tips that we can now use at home. The atmosphere was welcoming and fun, making it enjoyable for all skill levels. We walked away not only with delicious dishes and recipes, but also a wonderful group of new friends. We highly recommend to anyone looking to elevate their cooking skills and have some fun!
Cooking Class with Chef Ronaldo
reginabW4429BM,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you’re thinking about an opportunity to join chef Ronaldo at one of his dinners, we would say “Yes”, jump at the opportunity. It was a fun experience, and such a delight to learn from (and cook with) chef Ronaldo! We would definitely recommend any of his tours or cooking classes.
Best Brazilian cooking class
G1488KCgaryn,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an experience! We met at a downtown market store as he took us down each aisle to learn about all the local food types including ingredients for dinner. We walked to his restaurant where we were met with hospitality and gracious time to learn different dishes and learned all the recipes. Met great new friends
Highly recommend this fun fun class!!
Dreamer15317716734,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ronaldo was the best! I had a great fun laughs with him and also learned so many food stories. I can’t wait to come back here again. Thank you, Ronaldo.
Truly once in a lifetime experience
299snigdhah,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It’s just an incredible experience. Everyone should experience this atleast once.
10/10 experience
tessw865,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing time! I will definitely be back and look forward to it. Shoutout to chef Joao!
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