In order to understand what Brazilian BBQ or Churrasco is, a little history lesson is in order. Ranching was introduced to Brazil around the 1530’s. The ranchers developed a their own style of cooking called the Churrasco. There are two traditional methods in Churrasco, the first had lots of course salt rubbed around the meat, then skewered in metal spits and cooked over coals. The second method though very similar requires the meat to be submerged in a salt-water baste.  All the meats are cooked on long skewers placed on racks over the fire with fattier items placed on top so that the juices will drip down and flavor the other cuts. When the meats are cooked waiters carry the skewers around table to table carving off pieces onto your plate. Without moving from your table you can experience virtually unlimited dishes. Brazilian Barbecue has become incredibly popular, and has lead to hundreds of restaurants pop up all around the world.

Brazilian style barbecue is an incredible experience, which can only be described as  a carnivore’s nirvana.  Waiters move around the dining room with huge skewers of meats to your plate, they come with knives and skewers with grilled beef, chicken, pork, lamb, and sometimes seafood, continuously circulating the restaurant. The guest are given a card or a disk with a green and red side, to indicate wether to keep the stream of food coming or to indicate that you need a break. Not only do they provide the endless amounts of meat, but also a endless amount of side dishes, and a hot and cold buffet. They have fruits, side dishes, main dishes.

Two incredible Brazilian style barbecue restaurants that i have gone to are the Churracaria Plataforma and the other Beco bar. Both restaurants provide a friendly and hospitable environment. and the Food is to die for. They have a large array of cocktails and large selections of wine. Eating at a Brazilian style Barbecue restaurant is an entirely different experience from any other restaurant out there. Some Brazilian style barbecue restaurants out there are more upscale than others, but they are all family-friendly and known for their tradition of customer service.