Some of these traits are present in cooking, language and family traditions
Brazil is a country formed by a rich cultural diversity, the result of the influence of different peoples over the centuries.
Among these influences, Italian culture stands out in a deep and striking way.
With over 30 million Italo-descendants, the traces left by Italian immigrants are present in cooking, language, family traditions and even the way Brazilians communicate.
Many of the habits that are part of our daily lives originated in Italian immigration, which took place mainly between the late nineteenth and early twentieth century.
With the arrival of these immigrants, customs were naturally incorporated into national identity, becoming so common that few people know they came from Italy.
Whether in the way of speaking, at Sunday with family meetings or even the passion for pasta and coffee, the Italian influence has spread throughout.
You probably already follow some of these traditions without even noticing!
6 Brazilian customs that are Italian heritage and most people do not know
1. Language and Expressions
For starters, many words used by Brazilians are of Italian origin.
“Bye”, for example, comes from the Italian “Ciao”. Other examples include “canteen”, “panettone” and even “capuccino”.
Moreover, in southern Brazil, the Talian dialect, derived from Veneto, is still spoken by immigrant descendants.
2. The expressive way of speaking
If you have noticed that many Brazilians speak gesturing a lot, know that this is an Italian heritage.
After all, Italians are known to express themselves with their hands, and this custom was passed to their descendants in Brazil.
Similarly, the tone of voice and striking facial expressions are also inherited characteristics of Italian culture.
3. Cantins, pasta and pizza
Culinary is one of the most striking features of Italian influence in Brazil.
The traditional canteens with checkered towels and full dishes are a direct reflection of this culture.
In addition, pizza has become a national passion, especially in São Paulo, considered one of the world’s pizza capitals.
On the other hand, another interesting custom is to eat gnocchi on the 29th of each month to attract prosperity.
4. Sunday lunch with family
The classic Sunday lunch, with pasta and roasted chicken, is one of the Brazilian customs that came from Italy.
For the Italians, gathering the family to the table is a sacred moment.
Not only that, but well -tempered tomato sauce, made in large quantities, is also another legacy direct from Italian cuisine.
5. Street and Quermesses Parties
The neighborhood parties with food, dance and live music tents have a strong Italian influence.
A great example of this is the Feast of Our Lady Achiropita, in Bixiga, in São Paulo, which attracts thousands of visitors every year to celebrate Italian culture and cuisine.
6. EXPRESS COFFEE
Finally, Brazilians love a strong and short coffee, a custom brought by the Italians.
Express coffee has become one of the most common habits in Brazil, being consumed throughout the day.
Moreover, the capuccino is another national passion of Italian origin.
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