Maní

Should you wish to spend a day shopping, with a great spot to eat and recharge, the sleek JK Iguatemi mall, in  Vila Olímpia, is an excellent choice, home to a wealth of luxury brands. On the third floor, this lively restaurant surprises with its design and luminosity — a vast, open space filled with plants that, in its own way, calls to mind the inside of a greenhouse. The acclaimed chef Helena Rizzo, who sets the direction of the restaurant, offers an extensive menu featuring some specialities from Maní, her MICHELIN-starred gastronomic restaurant. What should you order? Everything is delicious, but we recommend starting with the Fish Crudo — fresh catch of the day, jabuticaba tiger's milk, cucumber and radish slices, crispy quinoa, and dill oil — before moving on to one of the restaurant's greatest hits: Fish in Banana Leaf with plantain purée, butter bean vinaigrette, and Brazil nut farofa, a toasted cassava crumb. We strongly recommend booking ahead!