palaphita's signature caipirinha, arguably brazil's most popular national drink, is called caipira nativas and uses delicious native fruits like jabuticaba, cupuaçu and umbú - however another interesting option is a caipirinha with cachaça and tamarind, in retrospect  the variations are endless.

perhaps the best time to sample these delectable treats is at sundown, when dusk settles in over the reflective lake waters and glowing light, soft music, and the sounds of laughter and conversation permeate the corners of this tucked-away gem.