Brazilian Barbecue is a must-try for any meay eater. Brazilian BBQ, know
as churrascaria in Brazil, is unlike smoked American barbecue or Korean
barbecue; it actually features large chunks of slow-cooked meat
presented tableside on sword-like metal skewers.
If you having a good time in Los Angeles, a good place to try it on this
delicious food is at "Pampas Grill Churrascaria". It's a popular
restaurant that has one of the locations at The Farmer's Market next to
the Grove, where you pay by the weight of your plate rather than a set
price.
The concept sounds pretty economic at first, but I usually get carried
away with their impressive display of Brazilian classics. First and
foremost, the feijoada. Recognized as Brazil’s national dish, this
hearty pork, beef, and black bean stew is usually accompanied by white
rice, toasted cassava flour, and collard greens sauteed with garlic.
From there, make your way over to the pitmasters who are roasting a
variety of churrasco-style meats.
Everything is perfectly cooked, but my personal favorite is the picanha
(top sirloin cap). Down it all with a Guarana soda and you’ve just
finished a tour of Brazil’s greatest hits.