Top 5 Brazilian snacks

1)   Pastéis de Bacalhau – codfish cakes are originally from Portugal and are made of potatoes, codfish, eggs and parsley. The recipe originated from São Paulo’s municipal market but it became a common dish everywhere in Brazil. 2)  Pastéis are a delicious fried treat. It can be filled with cheese, beef and veggies. It is similar… Continue reading Top 5 Brazilian snacks

Top 10 beaches in Brazil

Top 10 beaches in Brazil Brazil’s excellent weather and amazing coastline (more than 8.000 kms/4.650 miles of it) makes up for the most beautiful beaches in the world. You have a great selection to choose from but we narrowed it down to the top 10 for you! 1.    Alter do Chão, Pará – Feels… Continue reading Top 10 beaches in Brazil

Explore Brazil 2014 – Stuff you didn’t know about Belo Horizonte

Belo Horizonte, hemmed in by several mountain ranges, is a major commercial hub located in the state of Minas Gerais. It is home to countless neighborhood bars, and has a thriving heavy metal music scene. Several large forest reserve areas adjoin the city and reveal stunning views of the landscape.   Did you know? To… Continue reading Explore Brazil 2014 – Stuff you didn’t know about Belo Horizonte

15 Things to do in Brazil!

(Besides the World Cup, obviously!)  1. Visit Christ the redeemer: What impresses most visitors is the breathtaking panoramic view. Almost every major city attractions can be enjoyed away from the top. The Sugar Loaf, the Guanabara Bay, the Lagoon and the Atlantic Ocean are the points that stand out in the landscape.  2. Discover the Lençois Maranhenses… Continue reading 15 Things to do in Brazil!