Churrasco brazilian barbeque In Brazil, the term churrasco describes a popular style of barbeque in which a variety of meats seasoned with salt and spices are roasted to perfection on a skewer over a wood or charcoal fire. It’s similar to what is called asado in Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Chile. A churrascaria is the steakhouse that serves the churrasco, often in an all-you-can-eat style (bring your appetite!). Waiters, called Passadores, carry skewers full of pork, lamb, duck, ham with pineapple, sausage, seafood, beef and chicken around the restaurant, slicing portions onto the diners’ plates. Side dishes include different sauces, fresh salads and farofa, a toasted casava flour mixture with a smoky and lightly salty flavor that complements the barbequed meat. These restaurants are most popular in Brazil, but can be found elsewhere in Latin America as well as in Europe and the United States.
Drink it in wine of argentina & chile Argentina and Chile. Two magnificent wine countries on each side of the Andes mountains, both offering some of the best wines in the world. Imagine yourself looking out over a breathtaking vineyard while sampling the crisp, multilayered wine that was made there. That’s the kind of experience you’ll have in Chile and Argentina, where there’s a longstanding history of making celebrated wines. Take a sip and find out what all the fuss is about. Chile: Chile’s soil, climate and vineyards make it an ideal place to kick off your next wine obsession. Iconic Chilean wines to try include Merlot, Carménère, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. Argentina: There’s a good reason why Argentina is one of the world’s fastest growing wine producers. The country’s Malbec, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and unique flagship white wine, called Terrontes, have wine enthusiasts in a frenzy. 54
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