Gifts What to offer... and what not to offer? Goods exclusive to your country of origin are always welcome. Avoid offering scarves or flowers. To whom? Gifts are to be offered to all people present. However, you should first offer a gift to person who holds the highest position in the hierarchy;
Business dinner Where to sit? Brazilians tend to relax during dinner, but it will be safer to wait for someone to tell you where to sit at the table; Dress code: Wearing slippers is practically a tradition in São Paulo, but business dinners are still quite formal. wear regular suits with sober colours. How to behave: Brazilians like to know who they are dealing with, so expect a friendly dinner and personal questions and conversations; Do not mention business unless the subject comes up in the conversation;