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•  Day 142: Nhá Benta
  It’s hard to come by a Brazilian who doesn’t sigh with childhood nostalgia at the mention of Nhá Benta. A marshmallow fluff bullet “grande” covered in high quality chocolate, this sweet delight is made by Kopenhagen, a Brazilian candy favorite. … Continue reading →...
  Tue, 22 May 2012 00:18:01
•  Day 141: Cunha
  Cunha is a city about 3 hours outside of Sao Paulo. It’s known for its ceramics and is located in a lovely spattering of mountain tops. The land surrounding Cunha is breathtaking. The city itself is… somewhat unremarkable. But travelers … Continue reading →...
  Mon, 21 May 2012 23:59:08
•  Update: Abóbora Doce is Delicious
  Well, Andrew Francis and Eri were right. A good batch of abóbora doce is quite delicious. On Day 132, I must of just had a nasty batch of this pumpkin/squash dessert. Because the Hotel Fazenda we stayed at this weekend … Continue reading →...
  Mon, 21 May 2012 21:20:23
•  Day 140: Hotel Fazenda Experience!
  Saturday, Day 140 of my indulging in all that is Brazil, we spent the entire day of our weekend at the Hotel Fazenda. I think the best way to describe this fabulous experience at Hotel Fazenda São Francisco outside Cunha, … Continue reading →...
  Mon, 21 May 2012 20:45:17
•  Day 139: Fazenda!
  We are off for a long weekend at a fazenda! A fazenda is a farm turned hotel/resort. It’s mostly focused on family/kid activities and this is our first time going to one. We hope there is some horseback riding and … Continue reading →...
  Fri, 18 May 2012 16:53:50