Galeria 1618, Rio de Janeiro

Blink, and you could miss this dinky little bistro tucked away in Leme at the northeast end of Copacabana. It s well worth seeking the place out, however, as French owners Stephane Haddad and Claude Lelievre have created a charming little space that serves as a bookstore, art gallery and bistro combined. The delicious dishes offer French food with a slight African accent, reflecting Haddad s Tunisian ancestry. A delicious case in point is the Tunisian Couscous. Served only from Fridays to Sundays, this house specialty combines couscous, steamed vegetables, and meat balls made with lamb and herbs. - Lucy Bryson

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