Brazil is a fascinating country with a culture influenced by the various communities that have settled there. Brazilian food recipes reflect that diversity with national favorites and regional variations. Traditions have been handed down from the indigenous people, the Portuguese and other immigrants. Tourists enjoy browsing the food stores and sampling locally produced dishes in intimate restaurants. The national dish is a simple stew made from black beans, dried beef, and pork called Feijoada. It is usually served with rice. A typical set lunch is Prato Feito, which is rice, a steak and brown beans with vegetables. Chicken or fish is sometimes used instead of beef steak.