Restaurante Leite, Receita de Tradição

Restaurante Leite, Receita de Tradição

2001 · 40 min · Documentary

The documentary chronicles the history of Brazil's oldest continuously operating restaurant, founded in Recife in 1882. The film explores the cultural and gastronomic significance of this Portuguese-Pernambucan establishment, which served as a meeting place for intellectuals and historical figures for over a century.

Directed by Luci Alcântara · Written by Luci Alcântara

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