Oi, Gente! This time of the year, depending on where you live, you might still be holding on to summer vibes… or maybe you’ve already started to enjoy that cool breeze calling in all the fall feels. Either way—I’ve got a picanha dish for whatever mood you’re in. Still in grill mode? Fire it up and sear that juicy picanha to smoky perfection. Feeling the shift? Prep it for the oven and let it roast into a cozy, comforting dinner. Which will you choose? Picanha Outdoors: Grilled Picanha Juicy,...
11 days ago • 1 min read
Oi, Gente! Curious what everyone’s been cooking lately? Whether you're looking for what to grill, or summer sides these trending recipes have captured the attention (and taste buds!) of other readers these past couple of weeks. Check out some of the current favorites... For the grill: Tri Tip Marinade A site fave year round! This tri tip marinade recipe will transform this special cut of beef into something even more delicious. An easy marinade that will not only infuse your tri tip with...
18 days ago • 1 min read
Oi, Gente! Frango com Creme de Milho - Chicken with Creamed Corn - is what I call peak summer comfort food. It’s creamy, juicy, sweet-and-savory goodness… and it comes together in about 30 minutes. This was one of my absolute favorite dishes growing up, and honestly? It still hits. Serve it over rice, add some crispy air fryer smashed potatoes, and you’ve got something cozy, nostalgic, and just perfect for right now. You’re going to love this one. Get the Recipe! 113 Cherry St #92768,...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Oi, Gente! If you grew up or spent any time in Brazil, you know cafézinho-hour is basically a religion. A good cup of coffee, a sweet treat, and some solid conversation to round it out... or a little gossip to keep things interesting 😅 Cafézinho-hour is that sacred little pause in the afternoon and this Bolo de Laranja - Brazilian Orange Bundt Cake is exactly the kind of cake I love to serve for it. It’s soft, moist, and full of bright orange flavor. It's also seriously easy to make! 🙌🏽 I...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Oi, Gente! These Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Chimichurri are a favorite summer entertaining move at our house. The minty chimi comes together in minutes, brings the Latin vibes and flavor, and does double duty—first as a marinade, then as the amazing, herby finish. The chops only need a quick grill on each side, and just like that, you’ve got something that looks and tastes impressive, but is actually super easy and hands-off to make! We keep the sides super simple—walnut rice and farofa...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Oi, Gente! Summers are always so busy, so I’ve been leaning hard on lazy meals that keep on giving. My Spinach Almond Pesto is one of those recipes we make on repeat—it’s super quick to throw together, packed with flavor, and somehow makes whatever you toss it on feel like a whole meal. I love it with pasta for the easiest weeknight dinner. And if I have the extra 10 minutes, I sear some chicken for added protein. But honestly? Most of the time I just pair it with store-bought rotisserie...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Oi, Gente! If you're like me, you're always looking for ways to keep summer meals easy, juicy, and packed with flavor—especially when it comes to chicken. And this Brazilian Chicken Seasoning is a favorite in my house for exactly that reason... It’s simple to make, deliciously full of sabor, and crazy versatile! 🙌🏽 Try it on chicken breasts, cutlets, or anything with the skin on (just make sure to work that seasoning under the skin to get all that flavor everywhere!). Then, toss them on the...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Oi, Gente! If you grew up in a Brazilian household, there was probably a bottle of port wine tucked away in the cabinet (and probably saved for dessert, holidays, or that final sip after a big meal). That was definitely the case in my house, too. Port wine meant dessert, rich and sweet and not something to be enjoyed before dinner. But my whole world changed during a scorching afternoon in Porto, in Northern Portugal, when I had my first Porto Tonico—Portugal’s refreshing, effortless version...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Oi, Gente! I've got a new recipe out this week and it's indulgent and easy. This Creamy Mushroom Sauce, which I refer to as stroganoff’s fancy cousin since it gets a splash of wine, is loaded with umami from mushrooms and beef broth, and finishes buttery silky. It looks fancy, but it’s super easy and made right in the same pan as your steak, soaking up all those savory bits. Serve it with some white rice, and—hear me out—top it with crunchy batata palha potato sticks (commission link) for...
3 months ago • 1 min read