Povoada Gastrobar creates inclusive space in Porto Alegre
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In Porto Alegre, Brazil, Karina Roque, Michelle Viecelli, Zuleika Branco, and Claudiane Santos opened Povoada Gastrobar to be a welcoming space celebrating diversity and culture.
The four women, who identify as LGBTQIA+, previously worked at another bar before deciding to create their own establishment focused on inclusivity and community. Povoada, which opened officially in January 2023, features a creative atmosphere with exposed brick walls and comfortable seating, and displays art and quotes reflecting Brazilian culture and social justice themes.
The bar offers a wide range of drinks and snacks from various regions of Brazil, alongside music spanning samba to rock. They host events like book launches and live music, and openly support progressive political candidates. Povoada prioritizes a prejudice-free environment and aims to make the city a better place to live. Currently located on Rua Lopo Gonçalves, the owners are expanding with a second location at the Viaduto Otávio Rocha, a revitalized historical site in Porto Alegre.
This new Povoada Centro will offer artisanal beers, cachaça, and wines, alongside a menu inspired by traditional Brazilian snacks, continuing their commitment to inclusivity and community engagement. The name “Povoada” comes from the iorubá word for communal eating, reflecting the bar’s emphasis on shared experiences and spiritual nourishment.
