It's almost sacrilege to be in Rio and not have a supremely chic, seriously flattering swimsuit. With more than 2/3 of their days bathed in sunshine, Cariocas love the beach. Blend in with the locals with a cute 'suit from Brasilian brand Haight.

At this uber chic and stylish sushi bar, you can expect to find a handful of glamorous celebrities enjoying this top-quality sushi. You can't leave here without having tasted the white fish ussuzukuri or their lychee caipisake - Sushi Leblon's take on a caipirinha.

Simple, straight-forward and seriously classic, Boteco Rainha is the kind of place locals flock to week after week in Rio. It's nothing fancy, so ditch the heels and keep things casual.

Cariocas love a relaxed environment, and nowhere is that more apparent than local fave Jobi. This chill bar is great for ice cold beer and delicious, salty bites.