Known as the Brazilian “superfruit”, AÇAÍ comes from the açaí palm tree, found on the riverbanks of the Amazon rainforest. This dark purple fruit, a staple in the diet of the native populations of the Amazon region, is famous for its high nutritional value and overall health benefits. Studies show that açaí pulp is a better source of antioxidants than other berries and a good source of iron, fibre, vitamin E, and potassium. Creamy and refreshing, it tastes like a cross between blackberry and chocolate.
In 2018, when Marcelo and Ana moved to Canada from Brazil, they brought with them their love of sports, nature and a healthy lifestyle. One thing they missed, though, was AÇAÍ: the delicious and nutritious Brazilian superfruit. So they decided to bring açaí to Canada and, thus, Akaí Bowl was born: a small family business that now links the two countries and their shared love of nature.
We want to introduce Canada to this amazing superfruit, connecting people here to the native populations of the Amazon region, and helping to protect our rainforest from deforestation.