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Tuju

São Paulo

Precise and personalised cooking reimaging Brazilian fine dining

Location, location, location: Housed in a strikingly imposing three-story building in the bustling heart of São Paulo in the upscale Jardim Paulistano neighbourhood, Tuju stands out with its seamless blend of inventive cuisine and exceptional service. The airy, modern space – with decor blending natural materials and lush gardens – enhances the service, elevating hospitality across three distinct areas: a bar-patio on the ground floor, the main dining room on the second floor and a terrace for post-dinner moments. In each space, meticulous attention to detail makes all the difference in making guests feel welcomed and cared for.

The vibe: Led by chef Ivan Ralston, the restaurant's 10-course menu is strictly seasonal, changing every three months so that every ingredient is used when at its peak. Ethical concerns are paramount here, and the team works closely with local fruit and vegetable producers and uses only Brazilian meat raised on farms with strong social and environmental credentials.

Great plates: Dishes such as crab with cod and carrot, aubergine with peanut and coffee and fig with tarragon and sobrasada allow the ingredients to truly shine. Each plate at Tuju reflects São Paulo's rich and varied local produce, executed with precision and flair. Less than a year after reopening – following a three-year closure after its time in Vila Madalena – the restaurant earned two Michelin stars.

Award-winning hospitality: Serving only one-third of the number of guests compared to the former venue, the new Tuju focuses on outstanding service as its secret ingredient. This meticulous effort earned Tuju the prestigious Gin Mare Art of Hospitality Award 2024 for dining excellence and reinforced its goal to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for its guests.

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