Our food journey begins at the historic Monumento da Cruz do Pascoal, one of Salvador’s most symbolic viewpoints in the Santo Antônio neighborhood. Here, your local guide will share how this landmark became a meeting point for Bahian traditions, blending African, Indigenous, and Portuguese influences From this spot, you’ll enjoy sweeping views of the bay and colorful colonial houses before diving into the area’s culinary heart. It’s the perfect place to understand how Salvador’s food, music, and faith intertwine — and to start tasting the city’s soul one bite at a time.