Rio de Janeiro

15 Best Rio Food & Cooking Tours

Below are the food walks and cooking classes that taught me how cariocas actually eat. Expect feijoada, boteco snacks and strong caipirinhas; several classes start with a market run to buy ingredients together. Come hungry and skip lunch, portions in Rio do not do small.

1.9-Recipes Boozy Brazilian Cooking Class With Market Tour

Experience the vibrant and intoxicating flavors of Brazil with the 9-Recipes Boozy Brazilian Cooking Class with Market Tour, where you'll uncover the secret ingredient that takes these traditional dishes to the next level.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“This class was Fair overall. It was different from other cooking classes we’ve taken in our travels. It would be much improved if the organizers rented out an actual cooking school or restaurant kitchen for this tour, where all participants could see the instructor and…”

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2.Rio Bar Food Tour With a Local – All Included

Taste your way through Rio's hidden culinary gems with a local guide, where each bite reveals a story waiting to be savored...

“Had such a great time on this food tour! The guide was awesome super friendly and shared a lot of cool local stories. It felt really authentic, like we were getting a glimpse of the real city , not just the touristy spots. Great vibe,…”

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3.Rio Gastronomy: Culture & History Through The Art Of Food – Walking Group Tour

Uncover the hidden flavors and rich stories behind Rio's culinary heritage on the Rio Gastronomy: Culture & History Through The Art Of Food – Walking Group Tour, leaving you craving for more.

★ 5.0

“We had an amazing day with Camilla. She met us on time (actually early) and we started out the tour in Copacabana. Right away we were whisked into some delicious food options that were local. Camilla took us to places she regularly eats and taught…”

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4.3-Hour Brazilian Cooking Class in Rio De Janeiro

Lose yourself in the art of Brazilian cuisine with a 3-hour cooking class in Rio de Janeiro, where flavors and culture collide in a culinary adventure.

★ 5.0

“Chef Simone was great! Our family’s experience with her was wonderful. Even my Brazilian daughter-in-law learned some new things. It was a really fun mix of demonstration, participation and great stories. The feijoada and sides we made were delicious! And so was the caipirinha. Yum!”

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5.On the Beach Seafood BBQ Cooking Class

Immerse yourself in a coastal culinary adventure like no other, where the sizzle of seafood BBQ meets a unique twist that will leave you craving for more.

★ 5.0

“We had an amazing time cooking our seafood! Our Chef Hayza was amazing and I highly recommend learning from her. I would 100% do this again”

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7.Brazilian Food Experience. An All Inclusive Experience.

Get ready to embark on a gastronomic adventure like no other with Brazilian Food Experience - an all-inclusive journey that will ignite your senses and leave you craving for more.

★ 5.0

“Bruno was the best he really knows Rio and gives you a great historical and cultural tour of the city. We liked him so much we booked an private all day tour with him. I would recommend him to anyone going to rio”

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8.Food Tour Experience in Rio De Janeiro (Small Groups or Private)

Indulge in a culinary extravaganza in Rio de Janeiro with the Food Tour Experience, where a unique ingredient sets this gastronomic journey apart.

★ 4.5

“It’s an amazing food tour. Lots of different choices and Vicente was very knowledgeable. He answered all of our crazy questions about life in Rio de Janeiro. Definitely a must if visiting.”

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9.Private Street Food Tour Adventure: With a Local Street Market!

Step into a world of culinary wonders in Rio de Janeiro with a 'Private Street Food Tour Adventure: With a Local Street Market' - where every bite tells a story.

“Wonderful tour with Daniel & driver Pedro- started at the local market and then visited great places for a wide range of local delicacies. Highly recommend this tour”

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10.Brazilian Cooking Class in Copacabana With Hotel Pickup

Pique your taste buds and embark on a flavorful journey through Copacabana with a Brazilian Cooking Class that promises a tantalizing culinary experience like no other.

★ 5.0

“This is such a special and unique experience! Chef Simone is so gracious and knowledgeable about her country’s food as well as others. We made Moqueca and it was delicious. I will be making this at home, often. Highly recommend this class!!!”

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11.Rio Santa Teresa and Lapa Food Samba Tour

Hurry into a journey through Rio's Santa Teresa and Lapa for a taste of local delights and vibrant samba culture - there's so much more to uncover!

★ 5.0

“We had a great time on this tour--Santa Teresa is a charming neighborhood, Lapa has an interesting history, and Damiana was a charming and well-informed guide! She knows so much about Brazilian history, music, art, religions, and other topics, and I thoroughly enjoyed the time…”

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12.Private Lapa Tour: Samba Circle & Botequim Food

Dive into the heart of Rio and immerse yourself in the rhythms of Samba Circle and the flavors of Botequim cuisine on this exclusive tour...

★ 5.0

“We had the most incredible and authentic samba experience at a local bar! The atmosphere was amazing as we immersed ourselves in the rhythms of samba music, dancing the night away. Our guide, Monique, now our Brazilian friend, went above and beyond to share her…”

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13.Rustic Seafood Feast on Rio Beach Tour

Prepare for a tantalizing culinary adventure on a secluded Rio beach as travelers uncover the secrets of a rustic seafood feast...

“I recommend this tour if you want to relax while you enjoy a fantastic day on a beatiful beach just outside Rio City. We were picked up by Rodrigo (driver) and Bruno (the guide). We stopped at the Leblon Mirante, where Bruno explained everything about…”

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14.Botequim Experience: Copacabana Local Street Bars Food Tour

Craving an authentic taste of Rio? Embark on a culinary journey through Copacabana's street bars, where local flavors await to mesmerize your senses.

★ 5.0

“Our first night in Rio was pure magic, and Monique was the spark that lit it. The Botequim Experience Walking Tour wasn’t just a food tour—it was a warm, flavorful welcome into the heart of Copacabana and the soul of Brazilian hospitality. Monique guided us…”

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15.Farmers Market and Local Street Food

Taste the vibrant flavors of farmers markets and local street food, where every bite tells a story waiting to be discovered.

★ 5.0

“An amazing experience to get to know the local food culture. Our guide knew all the right places and was very knowledgeable about the local markets .”

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