The 16th edition of Rio Gastronomia begins this Thursday and runs until October 4, taking place from Thursday to Sunday at the Jockey Club Brasileiro. The festival brings together various attractions beyond gastronomy, including a ferris wheel, a kids' space, and a producers' fair.
Among the confirmed chefs teaching at the event are Claude Troisgros and Bela Gil, who will share their experiences and the relationship between memory and cooking with the audience. The central theme of the edition is "soul food," exploring how personal memories transform into flavors.
Sertanian chef Monique Gabiatti, responsible for Polvo (Bar e Marisquería), exemplifies this concept by recounting that her great-great-grandmother from Bahia left behind two recipe notebooks, creating a strong connection to her memories through cooking. She highlights that experience, travels, and new knowledge continue to enrich this repertoire over time.
The audience will be able to taste dishes from acclaimed restaurants that will be present at the event, making the festival an opportunity to combine fun, learning, and great food in one of Rio de Janeiro's traditional venues.
