Discover the explosion of tastes and aromas that is Brazil's traditional food and cooking · Offers a fascinating introduction to the ethnic, geographical and historical diversity of Brazilian food, including information and advice on special ingredients and eating traditions · Features a wide variety of dishes from irresistible snacks like Pastel de Feira (little filled pastries) to Aipim Frito (chunky cassava chips), hearty family meals such as Moqueca Bahiana (fish stew with coconut milk), and Arroz de Carreteiro, a delicious rice dish made with spiced beef · Learn how to create Brazilian classics such as Feijoada, Vatapa and Farofa, and create delectable desserts such as Torta de Banana (banana meringue pie) and Mugunza (homity corn porridge) · Includes recipes for Brazil's famous street food, designed to fuel endless sun-drenched days on the beach and carnivals that last through the night · Includes more than 400 stunning photographs, specially commissioned for this book, with complete nutritional information given for every recipe