Feijoada as comfort food — exactly what I needed

Some dishes exist to comfort and Feijoada is absolutely in that category. The rich and earthy quality works on something almost primal — you feel the warmth of it immediately. black beans does work that no substitute can replicate.

feijoada black bean stew is a national dish with African and Portuguese roots. There's something about the a Bahian seafood restaurant context that reinforces the comfort effect. caipirinha alongside is the traditional way and it makes complete sense. I come back to this dish when I need something dependable and restorative.