Living Brazil in Madrid: on a carioca route with Noches del Botánico
EnjoyWe're going on a tour of the hidden Brazil in Madrid, with the inspiration of some expert guides. Because this year we are going to have representatives on the stage of Noches del Botánico: none other than Caetano Veloso, the standard-bearer of tropicalism Caetano Veloso, the standard-bearer of tropicalism and one of the spokesmen of Brazilian culture of Brazilian culture, along with his sons Moreno, Tom and Zeca. And also Seu Jorge, who will be part of the opening day of the cycle Noches del Botánico.
So, with our minds set on the heat, the samba, the carnivals, the good carnivals, good soccer and joie de vivre, let's take a tour of the Brazilian strongholds in Madrid. We hope you enjoy the trip!
Casa do Brasil 8 (Avda. Arco de la Victoria, 3):
We started the carioca route very close to the Noches del Botanico site. Botanical Nights. In the same University City we find this college that is both a cultural center is at the same time a cultural center and a space for the preservation and dissemination of Brazilian tradition. and dissemination of the Brazilian tradition. Attached to the Complutense University, since the 1960s, when the Brazil-Spain Cultural Agreement was signed. Brazil-Spain Cultural Agreement was signed. This space offers exhibitions, events and even courses and even courses and workshops related to the Latin American country. A place to to get to know Brazil better.
http://casadobrasil.org/inicio/
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The next stops are gastronomic. Nothing like a good feijoada feijoada, Brazil's national dish, or a rodizio to savor the delights of the country without having to country's delicacies without having to cross the Atlantic. With fantastic recommendations on TripAdvisor and on the blog specialized blog brasilmasquefutbol we found two must-stop spots:
Rubaiyat Madrid (C/ Juan Ramón Jiménez, 37):
Located in the vicinity of the Chamartín train station, in this restaurant you can find one of the best feijoadas in the city. Chamartín train station, in this restaurant you can find one of the best feijoadas in the city. the city. The key ingredient is black beans, accompanied by a variety of pork, chorizo and sausages. variety of pork, chorizo and sausages. In addition to the garnishes (chopped cabbage chopped cabbage, rice...).
Vila Brasil (Street Puenteareas, 1):
Its owners, Brazilians, have been able to give this relatively young rodizio the original touch of the country. Here you can enjoy one of the famous here you can enjoy one of Brazil's famous churrascos, practically infinite, with a spectacular spectacular range of top quality meats, side dishes, salads and sauces. salads and sauces. You can eat buffet or menu.
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After a copious meal, the best thing to do is to relax with a festive and digestive and festive cocktail. And if it is accompanied by good music, even better. We finish the route with a caipirinha in our hands and a hip shake...
Trocha (c/ Huertas, 55):
On their Facebook page they present themselves as "The place in Madrid where the best caipirinhas are made". Madrid where the best caipirinhas are made" and the truth is that, if you look for references on the references on the Web, almost all roads lead you to this small pub located in the area of the located in the huertas area. It has been in operation since 1979.
https://www.facebook.com/Trocha-el-lugar-de-la-caipirinha-161393137351173/
Tapioca (Plaza de la Cebada, 9):
The strong point is the cocktail bar, with a menu of cocktails that cocktails that will take your breath away. Although here you can also taste delicious dishes typical dishes from Brazil. Run by a Bahian couple, the service is the best and the atmosphere is 100% Brazilian. and the atmosphere is 100% Brazilian.
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And to conclude the day, there is nothing better than melting into the music. music:
Sala LiberArte (c/ Ave María, 32):
Located in the Lavapiés neighborhood, it is a temple of culture and a real haven for live music: they offer shows every day. There is a lot of Brazilian music, such as rodas de samba or bossa nova, and there is also room for Spanish music and music from other Latin American countries.
https://www.facebook.com/liberartemadrid/
Sala Barco (c/ Barco, 34):
Every Thursday night at 11:30 p.m., in this mythical Madrid venue Brazilian Nights with Forró da Luiz take place every Thursday night at 23:30. Thus explain on their website what we are going to find: "FORRÓ is a popular Brazilian party of Brazilian party, of "nordestina" origin and the DANCE practiced in these parties. The FORRÓ has similarities with the shuffling of feet of the Indians, with Portuguese and Dutch binary Portuguese and Dutch binary rhythms that are influenced by the Chula of European origin. European origin. FORRÓ means: shuffling, partying, confusion, disorder - in the in the good sense".
http://www.barcobar.com/brazilian-nights-con-forro-du-luiz-22/
