About The Yellow Ipe
We named our business “The Yellow Ipe” after Brazil's national symbol tree, the Ipê-
Amarelo. The tree represents the richness and diversity of Brazilian flora by showcasing
bright yellow flowers and an elegant structural shape. It is usually found in the Central
and South regions of Brazil. Its hardwood resembles strength due to its resistance to
decay and Class-A fire rating.
MEET THE OWNERS
We are Rayssa and Eric
The ultimate goal of our company is to bring healthier food options to people in the U.S. while sharing the warmth and comfort of Brazilian food culture. Rayssa was born and raised in Brazil, where she lived until her mid-20s before moving to Virginia to study Environmental Engineering. She has worked in the food industry at one of the Top 10 Best Campus Food Departments at Virginia Tech, besides also being a caterer server in PA. Eric was born and raised in Roanoke VA and has always had a passion for food and helping others explore new culinary experiences.
Brazilians take pride in having the best food. Each restaurant strives to serve perfectly crafted meals that are healthy and flavorful. It is the ultimate comfort food! We hope our available ingredients can help you cook more often and save money.
