At Fazenda Bishopsgate, Londoners can ditch their equanimity in the face of this summer’s incessant rain, now more so than ever. For the South American restaurant has launched a Weekend Lunch Rodizio Experience that heightens diners’ sense of being transported to the Pampas of Argentina and Brazil.

The culinary journey comprises a selection of eight freshly grilled meats carved at the table in authentic rodízio style, including picanha (beef prime top sirloin), chorizo de Wagyu (Wagyu beef spicy sausage), lombo trufado (truffled pork tenderloin) and abacaxi grelhado (roasted pineapple with cinnamon). Those partaking may add to these dishes traditional tapas and salads offered by the restaurant’s Market Table.

Large private dining room at Fazenda

In addition to the Weekend Lunch Rodizio Experience, there are also delicious starters available to order. Devised by executive chef Francisco Martinez on recent trips to Brazil and Argentina, these include gamba Patagónica (giant king prawn, spicy chimichurri) and caviar e churros (Cornish Baeri caviar, churros, crème fraîche). 

The restaurant’s wine list is as extensive as the carnivorous helpings are generous and includes the finest Argentinian, Brazilian, Chilean and Uruguayan wines. Guests can explore the continent through notes pinpointing the different appellations and the flavour profiles they typically generate.

Gambas at Fazenda Bishopsgate

The restaurant’s standalone bar, Fino, serves signature cocktails curated by bar manager Michela Castiglione. They consist of 14 creative twists on classics, including two virgin options, alongside small plates and sandwiches. We recommend the “religious leader” (a holy alliance of Pampelle grapefruit aperitif, Branca Menta, watermelon and Chandon Brut sparkling wine) and the “Tupian villager” (a mix of Yaguara Organic Cachaça, Avallen Calvados, Fair Kumquat liqueur, sumac and Mediterranean herbs).

Fino at Fazenda

Fazenda Bishopsgate was designed by Carroll Design to resemble a classy Latin American bar. The space is replete with sophisticated fixtures and furnishings – intricate walnut wall finishes, Bardiglio Nuvolato marble, custom Italian leather seating, and chandeliers resembling bunches of grapes.

The Weekend Lunch Rodizio Experience is available every Saturday and Sunday for reservations between 12pm to 3pm and is priced at £35 per adult. Children are welcome, with under eights dining free and 8-14 year olds for £15.90 each. Fazenda, 100 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 1GT; see more at www.fazenda.co.uk/location/bishopsgate; Fino at Fazenda, Sunday to Friday 12am-late, Saturday 12pm-late. For reservations