A Taste of Brazil: Discover How to Host a Brazilian-themed Party
We all know that Brazilians know how to throw a party in style, and with all the excitement, colour, and passion, it’s no surprise that Carnival theming is such a trend for events. Whether you name it Carnaval Carioca, Brazilian Theme, or Mardis Gras, these events are sensual, passionate and energetic, bringing up ideas of dancing all night to incredible live music and seeing the morning rise (with sore feet!). Here are the top tips on how to throw a party Brazilian-style.
Set the Mood with the Right Décor
Setting the atmosphere for guests is critical since it will get them instantly into the swing of things. Purchasing a high-quality thematic backdrop is one of the simplest and easiest methods to convert your living area into a themed party retreat. It can serve as the perfect canvas on which you can place your main buffet or cake table. There is no easier way to make the party seem more Brazilian than with the help of vibrant Brazil flags in all sizes.
The national flag of Brazil is a symbol representing the country’s national identity. Like other national flags, it’s meant to be comprehended in seconds yet somehow defines the entire nation. Brazil is South America’s largest country and the only one entirely defined by the Portuguese Empire. Brazil has a distinct history and national identity. And so is Brazil’s national flag, technically known as the “Bandeira do Brasil” in Portuguese, which is frankly distinctive and extraordinary in its green, blue, and yellow colours.
The word ‘Ordem e Progresso’, meaning Order and Progress in English, is a well-known Positivism motto. The green colour signifies the tropical Amazon rainforest, Pantanal wildlife and flora, and the Green Forest and jungle near the Atlantic coast (Mata Atlantica). The yellow colour represents the nation’s prosperity, Brazil’s fertile land, gold, and natural reserves. Brazil’s national flag has 27 stars, one for each of the country’s 27 states plus the Federal District.
You can incorporate the Brazil flags colour palette containing the conventional yellow, blue, and green throughout the whole décor (and the dress code as well), accompanied by the brilliant reds, purples, and oranges associated with Latin American cultures! You can use palm trees, carnival-style bunting, exotic feathers, tropical food, and enormous, vividly coloured plants and flowers as props.
Make a Feast for the Senses with Delicious Brazilian Menu
Brazilian cuisine is a symphony of tastes, with each dish telling a different tale about the country’s gastronomic legacy. Here are some suggestions on what to serve at your Brazilian-themed party.
Appetisers to Get Your Party Started
Cheese bread (pão de queijo)
Small and flavorful, these cheese bread balls are the ideal party appetiser. Serve them hot from the oven for the ultimate gooey cheese sensation.
Chicken croquettes (coxinha)
What’s not to love about shredded chicken enclosed in crunchy, deep-fried dough? They’ll gratify everyone and are a must-have for your Brazilian feast.
Main Course – Brazilian Cuisine’s Heart
Rodizio-Style Meats
For the main dish, we’ll bring in the major attraction of Brazilian cuisine: the meats. Grilled to perfection and presented on skewers, they’ll take your visitors to a Brazilian steakhouse with cuts like picanha (prime sirloin cap), sausages, chicken hearts, and lamb.
Feijoada
Translated into English – the black bean stew, traditionally cooked with pork, can be tastefully reconstructed with various veggies for your vegetarian friends.
Sides to Accompany Your Main Course
Serve with white rice, farofa (toasted cassava flour), vinagrete (Brazilian vinaigrette salsa), and a fresh mixed salad.
Desserts
Brigadeiros (Chocolate Truffles)
These bite-sized chocolate treats are a must-have at every Brazilian party. Sweet, rich, and completely addictive.
Pudim (Caramel Dessert)
A smooth, creamy dessert that will please your visitors’ sweet tooths.
Menu Enhancements
Moqueca
A fish stew prepared with coconut milk and spices, this Brazilian seafood meal may bring a new level of sophistication to your dinner party.
Pastel
The pastel is a fried pastry envelope filled with meat or cheese. These would be ideal as an appetiser or finger food.
Liven Things Up with Caipirinha, Brazil’s National Cocktail
A Brazilian celebration isn’t complete without their signature drink, the caipirinha. It’s incredibly refreshing, but be warned: it’s also quite alcoholic and will have you dancing late into the night! If you wonder why it gets everyone in the samba mood, the answer is: it’s the key ingredient in this cocktail –the cachaça, Brazil’s national spirit, which makes this drink Brazil’s national drink.
Cachaça is made from sugar cane, similar to rum, but using a different technique. It lacks just one year of maturing, so the final spirit is pleasant and typically transparent.
Caipirinha is made by muddling (squashing) lime wedges and demerara sugar in a robust glass, then topping with crushed ice and cachaça and shaking. This drink may be easily customised by adding fresh fruits or other sweeteners. An excellent example would be to muddle blueberries with lime and use honey instead of sugar. On a sweltering day, watermelon caipirinhas are incredible.
Set the Right Tone with Latin Music
Set the tone with a band playing Lounge Samba or chill Latin American music as visitors sip their caipirinhas. Relaxed Brazilian sounds are ideal for getting visitors thumping their feet to Latin American beats. As the mood rises, switch to a more traditional Brazilian beat, such as a samba, with the all-important drummers. If feasible, use expert dancers to teach samba. Guests will be so mesmerised that they will not want to leave the dance floor.
Keep Your Guests Entertained
Ensure that your guests are amused throughout the evening by delivering Brazilian-themed entertainment. Some of our favourite talent acts are the Carmen Miranda Tribute, the Brazilian Dance Troupe, and the Capoeira Performers.