Pairing Acarajé correctly — a note on guaraná Antarctica

Most people overlook how much the right drink changes Acarajé. I ordered it with guaraná Antarctica and the rich and earthy elements of the dish sharpened considerably against the pairing. fresh malagueta chilli in particular became more prominent in a good way.

feijoada black bean stew is a national dish with African and Portuguese roots. The a São Paulo padaria is where you learn these pairings — they evolved together. If you've been having Acarajé with the wrong drink, try it correctly once. It's a genuinely different experience. The restaurant deserves credit for getting this right.