Taste 15+ Exotic Brazilian Fruits on a Guided Market Tour in Rio
Imagine the cool, slippery texture of sliced mango on a warm day, the sweet tang of cashew apples filling the air, and the unexpected zing of acerola. Each bite is a chance to feel Brazil on your tongue—fresh, bold, and unforgettable.
This is your chance to sample Brazil’s hidden gems—jabuticaba, graviola, fruits you won’t spot in supermarkets back home. Each one carries a taste of Brazil’s tropical landscapes, flavours that are hard to find outside its borders.
Guided by a local expert, hear about Brazil’s deep-rooted relationship with these fruits. Discover why the cashew apple holds a special place in Brazilian stories or how jabuticaba is often used in family recipes passed down through generations.
Step into a world of color and movement, where your guide navigates bustling aisles filled with fresh produce and local specialties. Vendors call out, locals gather to buy their favorites, and you’re right in the heart of it, sampling the very best of Brazil’s seasonal treasures.
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Market tour + fruit tasting
Duration: 2 hours
What's included in Taste 15+ Exotic Brazilian Fruits on a Guided Market Tour in Rio
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Taste your way through Brazil’s fruits with a local guide in a real market. Learn the stories, recipes, and cultural secrets behind each exotic bite. A fun, surprising, and flavorful walking tour in Rio. This is not a cooking class or a restaurant tour — it’s a flavorful walk through Brazil’s biodiversity, led by a passionate local fruit expert. You’ll stroll through a real farmer’s market in Rio, where your guide will select and open exotic fruits for you to taste — some you’ve heard of, many you definitely haven’t. As you eat, they’ll share: Nutritional value Cultural background & folklore Seasonal availability & economic impact Traditional uses, including Brazilian recipes and drinks From tangy acerola to creamy cashew fruit, and from bold tropical juiciness to sweet surprises, this tour will open your palate and your perspective. Try 15–20 exotic tropical fruits you’ve likely never seen before Get expert insights on nutrition, history, uses, and flavor Walk through a real farmer’s market with a friendly local guide Learn fun facts, food tips, and even fruit-based Brazilian recipes One of Rio’s most unique and surprising cultural activities
Food Menu
STARTER - Atlantic forest fruits Start with the bright, juicy taste of passion, fruit,
the tangy burst of pitanga, and the soft sweetness of the golden banana—a staple of Brazil’s coastal forests.
STARTER - Central Brazil Fruits: Experience the custard-like texture of sugar apple,
the aromatic depth of guava, and the tropical richness of Palmer mango, each fruit offering a taste of Brazil’s heartland.
STARTER - Amazonian Fruits: Venture into the Amazon with bold flavours like the smooth,
earthy cupuaçu, the tangy açaí berry, and the intense, tropical taste of graviola, a true flavour of the rainforest.
STARTER - Brazilian Backlands Specialties: End the journey with rare backland fruits,
like the refreshing juice of cashew apple, the vibrant, slightly tart umbu, and the rich, caramel notes of sapoti.
Inclusions
- Walking tour of a local farmer’s market
- Local guide fluent in English (and passionate about fruit!)
- Tastes of juice, nuts, and native Brazilian ingredients
- Guided tasting of 15+ tropical fruits
- all the fruits you will eat are included
- Cultural insights, nutritional info & fun facts
- After the tour we will go to a nearby gourmet coffee shop to taste some of Brazil's best coffee, rums and chocolates (these tastings are also included in price)
- Any other fruit, food or drink you would like to buy for your own.
- Feel free to wander the market and pick up extra treats on your own—there’s plenty more to discover.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Our warm, knowledgeable guide will be there to greet you and make sure you’re all set for a day of new flavors and local culture. Starts at a traditional market in Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro. Exact meeting point provided after booking. Walkable & Uber-friendly.
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Please contact us via Whatsapp at +55 21 92043-5408 so we can better coordinate your meeting time and location.