Empadinhas/ Bite Size Baked Savory Pies

  Similar to the pot pie, these are bite size baked savory treats!

Choose from chicken, shrimp or hearts of palm.

Cheese Mousse/Mousse de Queijo

A creamy cheese blend, covered by a delicious three herb vinaigrette!

It's a great spread for crackers or bread.

Pao Surpresa/ Surprise Bread

Each Brazilian region has a different name for this dish.  In Sao Paulo we call it, Surprise Bread (Pao Surpresa).  In the south they call it Torta Fria (Cold Bread).  

Choose from the different types of bread and fillings.  The one you see here is filled with beats, spinach, carrots and raspberry jam.  Sweet and savory.  Served cold.

Little Thighs/ Coxinha

Coxinhas, were originally made with chicken thighs, therefore the origin of its shape.

Chicken filled, rolled in a batter and deep fried...  A must try Brazilian delicacy!  

Sfihah/ Esfirra

Sfihah was introduced to Brazil by the Middle Eastern immigrants.  

The traditional sfihahs come in a pizza-like form (openned).  However, in Brazil they are more common in this triangular shape.  It can be filled with ground beef and spices, cheese or greens.  

Great for birthday parties!

Brigadeiro

Brigadeiros and Beijinhos

Camafeu, Olho de Sogra and White Brigadeiro covered grapes!

Brigadeiro is a simple Brazilian chocolate bonbon, created in the 1940s and named after Brigadier Eduardo Gomes, whose shape is reminiscent of that of some varieties of chocolate truffles. It is a very popular candy in Brazil and it is usually served at birthday parties, but can also be found at any kind of party.

It can also be consumed unrolled, with a spoon or used as a topping or filling for cakes, and brownies.

Variations can be Beijinho (coconut), Olhos de sogra (coconut and prunes), cajuzinho (peanut), and more.

Sweet Egg Angel Hair/ Fios de Ovos

My Grandson's 6th Birthday theme was Outer Space, hence this beautiful cake... the SUN!!

White cake filled with prunes and condensed milk.

Chocolate cake filled with whipped cream and strawberries.

Layer between the two cakes was a famous brazilian sweet, the Brigadeiro.

The sweet egg yolk angel hair is another typical brazilian sweet you must try!

Mantecal Bem-Casado/ Mini Alfajor

Butter cookies filled with homemade Doce de Leite (Milk Caramel) or Goiabada (Guava Paste) imported from Brazil.

It melts in your mouth...

Great with coffee and tea, or just as a sweet treat.

No Dough Chicken Pot Pie

That's right... this chicken pot pie does not have dough!

Together with a green salad, makes a perfect meal!

Torta Gaucha/Gaucho Pie

Layers of cookies soaked in Cacau liquor, White Cream, Walnuts and topped with a generous layer of Doce de Leite (Milk caramel)

Pao de Mel/Honey Cake with Spices

Pao de Mel (Honey Bread)

Brazilian cake made with honey and other spices.

Unique taste... 

Great for a kids birthday party.  Have it as a cupcake, with sprinkles on top.

Makes a great gift, or a great treat! 

Strawberry Merengue Cake

White cake with strawberry, meringue and creme filling!



If you are looking for something light, maybe a cake for a summer party, this is the choice!