Did you know the Sunday Roast is the national dish in the United Kingdom? You might have known that. But, are you also aware that Chicken Tikka Masala is also their national dish? Confused? British food is traditionally composed of beef, lamb, pork, chicken and fish served with potatoes and other types of vegetables. Common… Continue reading Food in the United Kingdom
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Food and Drink in Scotland
Food and drink are at the heart of Scotland and are part of the very fabric of its culture and economy. We have come up with some suggestions on food and drink in case you are planning to visit Scotland for the Commonwealth Games or just for general tourism! Ith gu leòir! (Bon Appetit!) Whiskey Perhaps one… Continue reading Food and Drink in Scotland
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 6 Brazilian desserts
Okay, so we usually do a top 5 list but it was way too hard to only choose between 5 desserts so we rounded it up to 6. For the ultimate endorphine rush and taste-bud culture trip! 1) Romeu e Julieta –Romeo and Juliet is an amazing guava paste that you eat with cheese. Also called Goiabada,… Continue reading Top 6 Brazilian desserts
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