Guia de Paraty

Pindorama

At Pousada Casa Luz, chef Rafael Morente explores Brazil’s biodiversity through PANCs, edible fungi, native-bee honey, and unconventional local fish.

Category
Brazilian Signature Gastronomy
Location
Praia Grande (10 min from the center)
  • $$$$
  • R$ 150–250/person (tasting menu)
  • Coffee: daily 8am–10am | Lunch: Wed–Mon 12pm–4pm | Dinner: daily 6pm–10pm

About

At Pousada Casa Luz, chef Rafael Morente proposes a gastronomic immersion in Brazilian biodiversity. Uses PANCs, FANCs (fungi), honey from native bees and unconventional food fish (PENACOs). Tasting menus with multiple times. Sea view. Minimal intervention wines and signature drinks.

Highlights

  • Chef Rafael Morente and signature cuisine
  • PANCs, FANCs and PENACOs in the concept
  • Immersive tasting menu
  • Sea view
  • Native bee honey from the restaurant’s own meliponary

Strengths

  • Research-driven Brazilian cooking
  • Coastal view
  • Use of regional ingredients
  • Signature dining concept

Best for

Celebrations and special dinners for couples, chefs, and travelers interested in creative cooking.

Information

  • BR-101, km 564 — Praia Grande
  • @pindoramaparaty | (24) 97834-2868

Monthly update

September 10, 2026.

Table for two on the PINDORAMA veranda, with dark tableware, textured glasses and a small potted plant overlooking the sea, islands and mountains.
The PINDORAMA veranda pairs a table surrounded by nature with sweeping views of the sea and mountains.
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