The strong influence of the state of Rio Grande do Sul makes Florianópolis have excellent steakhouses, offering a lot of meat, with variety and preparation of cuts for all tastes. The houses even cater to the lighter ones, with all-you-can-eat dishes that have salads, grilled foods, pasta, sushi, among others. The origins of barbecue in Brazil and South America took place in the pampas region, a large area of ​​natural pastures located in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, Uruguay and Argentina. The geographical characteristics of the region were suitable for large cattle ranches and soon the custom of roasting meat on the grill became popular. Today the barbecue is a mandatory food in the gaucho and Brazilian cuisine as well. Curiosity: Despite the strong relationship with the gauchos, barbecue also has indigenous origins. The Tupi Indians already had the custom of smoking game meat over wooden grills, an ancestor of the current barbecue. Harmonization: Barbecue goes well with beers in general. But if the requirement is more specific, grilled meats call for stronger and more elaborate drinks, such as Porter, Brown Ale and Abbey Dubbel types. And Guia Floripa, who like the manezinho is not silly or anything, recommends some restaurants for you to enjoy that juicy steak or a tasty rump, without missing a heart and sausage.