There is a saying that locals of São Paulo live to eat. You are to judge yourself whether it is true or not. São Paulo cuisine is the best in the country and even has a chance to compete with cuisine traditions of some other countries. If you happen to be in São Paulo have a chance and taste rodizios (barbecue) or feijoada (pork and beans - served only on wednesdays and saturdays) and pizzas.
Traffic jams in the moddle of the night are a norm for São Paulo as it is just the time when party animals return from their hunt.
City traffic is rather complicated, thus, the main routs are almost always problematic during the whole day (especially at rush hours), and only during weekend the situation improves to some extent except regions with lots of bars, restaurants and shops
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