Tudo Bem

In Hamilton, Waikato, Tudo Bem channels the soul of Brazilian cooking through a flavour-forward menu.

It opens with bright, refreshing energy: Brazilian-style ceviche marries lemon-cured trevally and prawn with mango, coconut, and a prickle of green chillies and coriander. Or there’s pao com chourico - the smoky kick of chorizo creole tucked into homemade pão de queijo, chased by a swipe of chimichurri.

Freshness continues in salads that balance comfort with clarity. A quinoa salad threads lemon-cured mushrooms through baked cherry tomatoes and parsley with a lick of honey dressing, while a Brazilian caprese salad layers grilled halloumi, tomatoes, fresh basil, and baby rocket under a balsamic reduction. It’s the sort of brightness that sets up the grill to follow.

The main event is the Brazilian barbecue plate, built your way. Select your cut - such as beef churrasco, lamb, or chicken thigh - pair it with smoked mashed potato or cassava and kumara purée, and finish with chimichurri, pico de gallo, or rich hollandaise

It’s a canvas of smoke, citrus, and herb-lifted sauces, inviting diners to find their perfect match. Make a dinner date in Hamilton, follow the sizzle, and let the grill set the tone!