Inhotim Rua B, 20, Inhotim, Brumadinho, MG, Brasil http://www.inhotim.org.br/ I’ve been lucky enough to see contemporary art collections all over the world, but Inhotim is something really special. For a start it’s set in what are definitely the most beautiful tropical gardens I’ve seen anywhere in Brazil. The grounds are huge and perfectly manicured with … Continue reading
TT Burger Rua Francisco Otaviano, 67 – Arpoador, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil https://www.facebook.com/reservattburger At last, a fun new addition to the Rio restaurant scene! It’s owned by Thomas Troisgros, the son of the famous Claude Troisgros (of CT Boucherie fame) and he’s done a superb job of creating something which is simple, unique, trendy and above all … Continue reading
Tia Penha Restaurant Estrada Roberto Burle Marx nº 10.815, Barra de Guaratiba, Rio de Janeiro http://www.tiapenharestaurante.com.br/ It was my birthday at the weekend so we decided to celebrate by indulging in my favorite cuisine of all….fresh seafood! Barra de Guaratiba is the holy grail of seafood in Rio, so we set off early in the … Continue reading
Aconchego Carioca Rua Barão de Iguatemi, 379 – Praça da Bandeira, Rio de Janeiro http://www.aconchegocarioca.com.br/ At last a completely new take on traditional Brazilian food! The standard rice, beans, feijoada and steak on most menus here was beginning to wear a little thin, so I was very excited to discover Aconchego Carioca. This is local … Continue reading
Pavao Azul Boteco Rua Hilario de Gouveia 71, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (No know website) The boteco is a national institution in Brazil. Every neighborhood in Rio has one, from the favelas to Leblon, and it’s the place to go for an ice-cold beer, some good snacks (salgados) and more importantly a good chat … Continue reading
Featuring: – Brasilia City – New Koto Japanese Restaurant | 212 Sul, bloco C – loja 20, Brasilia | (no known website) – Brasilia Palace Hotel | SHTN, Trecho 1, Lote 1, Brasilia | http://www.brasiliapalace.com.br/ Despite being the capital of Brazil, Brasilia isn’t considered to be much of a tourist destination, mainly because there’s just not … Continue reading
Casa Colonial 12 Rua Samuel Costa 12, Centro Histórico, Paraty RJ, 23970-000, Brasil http://www.casacolonial12.com Paraty was already one of my favorite places in the world, but when I discovered Casa Colonial 12, it went up another notch. This gorgeous boutique hotel is in the center of the old town and has been designed to … Continue reading
La Bicyclette Rua Pacheco Leao, Horto, Jardim Botanico http://www.labicyclette.com.br I’ve been in search of the perfect brunch spot in Rio for a while now, and this could well be it! Sadly I had a case of “bad ordering” but I’m still giving La Bicyclette the seal of approval because the atmosphere is lovely and … Continue reading
Besi Cafe Rua do Carmo 61, Centro, Rio de Janeiro http://www.besi.com.br My first visit to Besi was a eureka moment! Firstly the place itself is lovely and a welcome relief in Rio’s chaotic downtown area (Centro), and secondly they have a whole menu of gourmet teas! For tea fiends like myself this is a real … Continue reading
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