Category: Brazilian Cuisine
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Community Tourism: A Watershed Moment for Indigenous Communities
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In light of the climate emergency, the debate on ways to promote sustainable development in the Amazon is gaining traction across various economic sectors — including tourism. In indigenous territories, a management model has emerged as an alternative for communities willing to welcome visitors while striving to keep the forest alive — community tourism. In…
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UNESCO recognizes Minas Artisan Cheese as intangible heritage
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UNESCO included the production method of Minas Artisan Cheese in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, the first Brazilian food tradition to receive the title.
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See How the Famous Clay Pots of Espírito Santo Are Made
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In the heart of Vitória, in the Brazilian state of Espírito Santo, lies a cultural treasure that reflects the tradition and craftsmanship of the capixaba women: the Association of Paneleiras de Goiabeiras. A visit to this place is not just a tourist experience, but an immersion into the historical roots and cultural heritage of the…
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Ecotourism in the state of Acre
If when hearing about tourism in Acre, you think: is there anything to do in Acre? Know that yes, the state of Acre has several tourist attractions, most of which are linked to ecotourism, especially due to the Amazon Rainforest that occupies part of the state. A curiosity about the state is that it once…
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Pizzeria in Rio Among the Best in the World
Rome, New York, and São Paulo? No way! In Rio, you can also enjoy quality pizza! The guide 50 Top Pizza has chosen the best artisanal pizza in the world, and the Rio-based Ferro e Farinha came in 8th place. Dough, sauce, ingredients, and customer service were some of the criteria used in the voting.…
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In the Sergipe hinterland, the Milk Route preserves the tradition and culture of the region
Implanted on the SE-175 highway, in the stretch that goes from the junction with SE-200, in the Jiboia Village, to the junction with SE-414, the Milk Route is an initiative of road infrastructure by the Government of Sergipe with an estimated investment of R$ 90 million. With a length of 46.40 kilometers, its goal is…
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Visit Brasil Gallery Highlighted the Amazon in NY
The Parintins Folklore Festival in Amazonas and the cuisine of Pará were highlighted at the “Visit Brasil – Amazon Gallery” event held in New York in September. This initiative, a partnership between Embratur and Sebrae, showcased to Americans the diversity, cultural richness, and ancestral flavors of the Amazon region. The president of Embratur, Marcelo Freixo,…
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Curious about veganism? Here’s how to get started
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Adopting a vegan diet not only reduces a person’s impact on the environment but is also associated with a range of health benefits, which is no surprise given that the plant-based food movement is on the rise. “With over 100,000 internet searches per month for ‘vegan recipes’ and ‘vegetarian recipes’, it’s clear there is a…
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The Best Barbecues in the World. The Brazilian One is Among Them
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Americans love to barbecue in the summer. However, as famous as this culinary technique is in the country, the United States is far from being an ‘expert’ on the subject. There are regional variations and customs in destinations from South America to Africa and Asia considered the best in the world by experts. The famous…
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Quadrilhas Juninas, Popular Folkloric Dance of Brazilian Festivals, Officially Recognized as National Cultural Expression
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As quadrilhas juninas, uma das expressões culturais mais tradicionais e representativas do Brasil, agora se juntam às escolas de samba, ao forró e às próprias festas juninas como ícones celebrados do patrimônio cultural nacional. O presidente Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva e a ministra da Cultura Margareth Menezes oficializaram a medida ao sancionar a Lei…