Garcia e Rodrigues, Rio de Janeiro

Tempt yourself at this trendy food center that is also a delicatessen, a wine cellar, a cookbook shop and a kitchen wares mart. Food is a mix of American, European and Japanese styles. The menu changes often, and the more than 30 types of homemade baguettes and rolls are a must. The snack bar, with a large variety of salads and pâtes, is very popular for breakfast and brunch, especially on weekends. The decor of this two-story centre is a reminder of London and Paris. The cafe is always very busy, occupying part of the ground floor and the mezzanine, where the wine bar is also located. The restaurant is in a separate area on the ground floor. Valet parking is provided in the evening, and booking is strongly recommended, especially for dinner.