Travel Postcard: 48 hours in Rio de Janeiro - most popular restaurant breakfast dishes survey

(Rio)Reuters)-
From the white sand beach to the bustling center, to the vibrant rainforest on the rolling hills, every visitor can choose Rio.
Brazil's second largest city, with a population of more than 6 million people, has a vibrant and colorful atmosphere and is very infectious.
Reuters, with local knowledge, helped tourists get the most out of Rio's short stay. Friday 5 p. m. -
After unpacking, pick up a pair of Havaiana flip-flops and blend into "Cariocas" or locals.
The MG Bazaar in the Copabana area is the best place to choose a pair from hundreds of designs and colors. 6 p. m. -
Now go to a traditional bar or "botequim. Amarelinho (www.
Amarelinhodacinelandia. com. br)
Located near the National Library in central Rio, it is one of the oldest libraries.
Try Cold Beer (
"Chopp" pronounced "shop ")
Or a Brazilian cocktail made of white rum (cachaca)
Sugar and lime can also have a variety of fruit flavors such as bananas, strawberries, coconuts, citrus and passion fruit. 8 p. m. -
Try the "chulasco" or the Brazilian barbecue.
The "Passadores" or meat waiter will pass by your desk and serve beef, pork, lamb, steak, chicken, duck, sausage, ham and shrimp skewers.
If you like your meat doing well, just ask the waiter and turn the token on the table to the red side when you want to pause eating until you want to start over.
There is usually a fixed price where you can have a barbecue or enjoy salads and side bars without limit.
The waiter can also order appetizers and desserts, as well as various cocktails, wines and beers.
The most famous chain in Rio is Porcao (www. porcao. com. br)
And, although Leo Braga (www. riobrasa. com. br)
It is also recommended, but there are fewer branches.
It's better to book a table at any time of the weekend. Saturday 8 a. m. -
Locals say katyada Casa da Tata is the best choice for breakfast. www. dacasadatata. com. br).
The rich Brazilian coffee, bread, jam, sandwiches, fresh fruit and juice will wake you up. 9 a. m. -“Corcovado” (hunchback)
Overlooking the skyline of Rio, the top of the mountain has the most spectacular view of the city.
The top is 125-
The high-footed statue of Christ, one of the seven wonders of the world, was built to commemorate a century of Brazilian independence.
It is very slow to get to the peak by crowded train, but taxis will also take you there. 11 a. m. -
Follow the trail down from the mountain, or take a train or taxi to the nearby Tijuca National Park, which has 12 square miles and is the largest urban forest in the world.
There are hundreds of animals and plants in the forest, many of which are facing the threat of extinction.
It's also 98-location.
High Falls falls, a Chinese-style pagoda and a huge granite picnic table called Mesa do opperdor, have two viewing decks overlooking Lake Forest and Rio beach.
There are many guides through the forest that can last for two hours and eight hours. 2 p. m. -
Enjoy a traditional lunch in the park, Equillos OS (www. osequillos. com. br)
This is a tourist area, but it is very warm. It offers delicious fivoda on weekends.
Fejorda is the most traditional food in Rio and often eats it on Saturdays.
The stew consists of slices of meat, sausage, trotters and ears, cooked with garlic, onions, oil and bay leaves.
It is usually served with white rice, kale, crispy pork, cassava and hot sauce. 6 p. m. -
From the mountains down to the Gavia district, the area is located between the forest and Leblon.
The City Planetarium and the Jockey Club are here.
The center of Pracea is Praca Santos Dumont, a small square surrounded by lively restaurants and bars on weekends.
Guimas is a traditional bar and restaurant hidden behind the square, loved by bohemians and artists, with jazz pianists and delicious cocktails. 8 p. m. -
Ready to line up for dinner in the nearby Braseiro da Gavea on the square, but you can order drinks while waiting outside.
Students, young families and older couples all come here to try a variety of shared dishes, including garlic fried chicken and delicious pastries. 10 p. m. -
Buy some souvenirs at the Aveda Atlanta Tika night market in Copabana beach.
From beads, football shirts, capoella pants to hammocks, vendors sell everything. 10 a. m. -
Sugar bread Mountain is a must.
Please see any visitors.
It is located in the Urca area of Rio and can be reached by cable car, a feature of the James Bond film "moon rover" in 1979.
"From the top you can see the views of Copabana and Ipanema beach, the Rio Center and the statue of the Christ Redeemer. 12 p. m. -
Every Rio beach has its own features.
Copakabana is probably the most famous, though it has surpassed its heyday of 1970.
Ipanema is now more stylish and sophisticated.
Copabana stretches for 2. 5 square miles.
On Sunday, a lane was forbidden for people to ride bicycles, roller skating and skateboarding. 2 p. m. -
Head to a pavilion on the beach, drink coconut water or fresh juice, have a cheap lunch, or go to the famous Copabana Palace Hotel (www.
Copakana Pallascom. br)
For more expensive treatment. 3 p. m. -
The north end of Copabana is a small, quiet beach called Leme, which is loved by surfers.
At the foot of the mountain there is a trail called a Fisherman's Walk where you can see birds, butterflies, even monkeys, and local anglers. 7 p. m. -
Santa Teresa is a great neighborhood on the mountains near the Lama.
There are artists and writers, as well as quirky houses and small museums.
Unfortunately, the tram won't run until 2013, but the taxi is on the road.
The area used to be very poor, but some wealthy residents have moved back.
It is safe to walk around during the day, but avoid the back street after dark.
After visiting the small and bright shops, enjoy a leisurely cocktail at the dos desasados bar at the Santa Teresa Hotel.
This chic bar called "unmarried bar" is located at the bottom of the newly renovated hotel garden.
Relax under the restored slave area arch or on the tree-Covered terrace. 9 p. m. -Aprazivel (www. aprazivel. com. br)
Higher on the mountain, great views of the beach and the city at night.
The restaurant is like a huge tree house that can only be reached along steep steps, but offers some delicious Brazilian food.
Some of the most popular dishes include grilled fish with orange juice, coconut and cashew rice, and roasted bananas.
Luckily, the restaurant offers car services that will allow you to go down the steep hill after that. 11 p. m. -
Listen to samba, the national music genre of Brazil, and some of the best musicians play at the bar in the Rapa area.
The place is small, but the atmosphere is very active, where both samba and salsa dance perform. (
Editor Patricia Reaney)