Salvador - Festivities - Festa de São Cosme e São Damião
Festa
de São Cosme e São Damião (São Cosme and São Damião Party)
A catholic Portuguese
manifestation that goes on with masses in church, and "caruru" (a typical
dinner) offered by Candomblé followers. The main dish is made with chopped
okra cooked with "azeite de dendê" (palm oil), and is served with
different dishes from Bahia’s typical food, initially served to seven
boys.