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When I was born, my parents lived on a small farm called Quilombo, in the countryside of Minas Gerais, Brazil. Some of my earliest memories are from that farm. I remember my grandmother, Nica, preparing lunch for the farm workers. I remember the smell of rice cooking, the huge platters piled high with fried eggs, homemade cookies cooling on the table, and big pots of spaghetti that seemed to feed everyone.

Those memories planted something deep inside me. They were the beginning of a lifelong dream: to become a cook.

I learned to cook beside my grandmother in a simple, rustic kitchen, long before modern equipment and conveniences. Together we prepared honest food — slowly, with patience, respect for every ingredient, and love for everyone who would gather around the table. Today, I carry that tradition with immense pride as a fourth-generation woman cook, preserving the recipes, flavors, and values passed down through my family.

Trem Caipira was born from those memories.

Our mission is not simply to serve Brazilian food. It is to share the warmth of a Brazilian home, where every meal tells a story and every guest is welcomed like family. From traditional recipes to regional specialties, each dish is prepared with fresh ingredients, careful attention, and the same love I learned in my grandmother's kitchen.

Whether you're joining us for a comforting plate of feijoada, perfectly grilled picanha, fresh seafood, or one of our house specialties, we hope every bite brings you a little closer to Brazil.

Thank you for allowing us to share our family's table with yours.

Chef Cris Pinheiro
Fourth-Generation Brazilian Cook