Gastronomic tourism is a type of sensory experience, which offers the traveler to discover the local cuisine, transforming meals into a process of immersion in the culture of the region.

In Brazil, the multicultural richness and the variety of ingredients are a “full plate” for those who aim to do gastronomic tourism. In addition to visiting restaurants, travelers can sample local dishes and drinks, as well as visit fairs, municipal markets, farms, artisanal producers and exhibitions about the history of local cuisine.

For those who like to enjoy new ingredients and flavors, Bahia is a perfect destination. Are you thinking of traveling to the Northeast and discovering the typical foods of Bahia? In this article, we present incredible tips for gastronomic tourism in the state of Bahia. Check it out!

If you are going to travel to Bahia, the first tip is to learn a little more about typical local dishes and ingredients. Make a list of everything you want to try during your trip so you don't forget anything. Among them, we highlight: acarajé, abará, vatapá, caruru, mungunzá, cocada, maniçoba and sururu

With a cuisine based on the consumption of fish and seafood, palm oil is a registered trademark of the state. Very popular in African and Brazilian cuisine, it is made from the fruit of the oil palm, a palm tree native to West Africa.

The aroma of this ingredient is intense, while the flavor is sweet. It is present in many typical Bahia foods, accompanied by various dishes served at

Now that you know what the typical local dishes and ingredients are, listing all the ones you want to try, you can now put the second tip into practice: discover the traditional cuisine restaurants in Bahia. Here, we are not referring to refined places, on the contrary: those places that have history are considered classics.

These spaces are known both by tourists and by local residents, those that people visit once and always want to return. For those who are going on gastronomic tourism, it is interesting to research the most traditional restaurants and take the opportunity to learn about the history of these places

When it comes to typical Bahia dish, one in particular comes to mind: acarajé. Even those who have never tried it have certainly heard of it. The specialty is street food, typical of African and Brazilian cuisine. The dumpling is made of black-eyed bean dough, onion and salt, fried in palm oil, filled with vatapá, caruru, pepper and shrimp.

Bahian women are figures dedicated to the profession of selling acarajé and keeping the flame of local culture burning. For this reason, in experience tourism, especially in Bahia, it is essential to try and celebrate traditional street food

One of the first requirements for those who choose accommodation is breakfast. Without a doubt, this is an important point, not only in gastronomic tourism, but also in any type of trip, whether for leisure or work

However, for those who want to experience tourism, it's good to search for restaurant and food options at the chosen hotel or resort. So, give preference to hotels that offer traditional Bahian food to tourists

When you start researching food options in Salvador, you are faced with a lot of different things that you may never have heard of. However, that's no reason to stop trying new flavors. In fact, gastronomic tourism stands out precisely because of the possibility of immersion in new experiences

For those who don't want to make mistakes when trying a new flavor, the tip is to give preference to good restaurants. On the internet, you search for reviews and read customer reviews, quickly listing the best restaurants in Salvador, for example. The same tip goes for any city you're visiting

Finally, the last tip is to value small local restaurants - something that applies not only to Bahia, but to any other city where you are traveling for gastronomic tourism.

In addition to the already mentioned traditional restaurants, there are many small pearls scattered around the cities of Bahia, which are sometimes not so well known to tourists.

Prioritize family establishments, run by women who create unique spices. An example of this are the restaurants in Trancoso, which offer intimate experiences to their visitors

For those who are traveling and want to feel at home, it is worth visiting the small local restaurants, which are sometimes not so famous among tourists, but which offer food worthy of a five-star rating.

Are you going to do gastronomic tourism in Bahia? Then, take the opportunity to start searching for your hotel. Check out our promotional packages and plan your next dining experience combined with an unforgettable location.