São Paulo is Brazil's largest city and South America's biggest metropolis, a sprawling economic and cultural powerhouse known for its skyscraper-lined avenues, world-class museums, and one of the planet's most diverse restaurant scenes. Far from Brazil's beach image, São Paulo is a city of concrete, art, nightlife, and relentless energy, anchored by Avenida Paulista and a patchwork of distinct neighborhoods, from bohemian Vila Madalena to upscale Jardins.
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Different ways to experience São Paulo's food scene.
Cooking classes
Take a piece of São Paulo home with you.
Authentic Brazilian Cooking Experience: Feijoada & Moqueca
Hands-on class covering feijoada and moqueca, ending with the group eating the meal prepared together
Foodie tips
Get more out of every meal.
The Mercado Municipal is busiest at weekend lunch; arrive on a weekday morning for a calmer visit and fresher stock
Feira da Liberdade runs Saturday and Sunday only, from 9AM to 6PM around Praça da Liberdade
Cooking classes typically require booking at least a few days ahead, since group sizes are kept small
Carry small notes and coins for market stalls and street food carts, which rarely accept cards