By Donitra Clemons, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Antiques may not be the first thing that come to mind when one thinks of shopping in Rio, but before tiny bathing suits, Carnival and football (soccer), the city was one of the world’s busiest ports. Wealthy and soon-to-be wealthy European traders settled in the [...]
By Fiona Hurrell, Senior Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Praça Nossa Senhora da Paz in Ipanema was at the center of a protest demonstration yesterday (Saturday 12th) against plans to remove 113 trees during the implementation of a new Metro subway line. The trees, which have been part of the park for decades, [...]
By Fiona Hurrell, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Reports suggest thousands of people attended the controversial “Marijuana March” on Saturday afternoon in Rio’s Zona Sul (South Zone). The rally, which is now held in over 700 cities worldwide, celebrates Cannabis and defends the use of the drug as being part of a lifestyle [...]
By Nathan M. Walters, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - This Friday, May 4th, the Gringo Cafe in Ipanema continues their monthly Gringo Group Therapy Happy Hour, this time with the Democrats Abroad of Brazil. With the U.S. Presidential election quickly approaching, the event is well timed and certain to be a draw for those [...]
By Ana Gabriela Ribeiro, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – The neighborhood of Leblon is perhaps the most exclusive and expensive in the city, yet bordered on two sides by canals draining into the sea, polluted water is often harming the beach’s appeal. On one side is the Jardim de Allah canal, and the [...]
By Ségolène Poirier, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – After the 34.9 percent surge of Rio’s 2011 rental market, it is hard to keep up with the changes in how far one’s money will go. For those with the means, looking at renting in Rio with a budget of R$10,000 per month (US$5,400 with [...]
By Fiona Hurrell, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – The desire for indulgence, even after Easter, is still rather strong particularly for those who have gotten accustomed to the taste of chocolate eggs. Luckily, Cariocas know their stuff when it comes to cakes and sweets with a variety of cafes and confectionaries (padarias) across [...]
By Fiona Hurrell, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIEO, BRAZIL – In a city where religion plays an important role in the daily lives of many, not only does Easter (Páscoa in Portuguese) represent a significant biblical event, it also offers the opportunity for a long and restful weekend combined with a copious amount of chocolate [...]
By Fiona Hurrell, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – New licensing laws will aim to prevent Ipanema’s main shopping street, Visconde de Pirajá, from being dominated by banks and pharmacies. In an attempt to preserve the character of the neighborhood any store hoping to open in Ipanema must, henceforth, apply directly to the Subsecretaria [...]
Beautiful reformed penthouse in Ipanema’s prime location. This two bedroom penthouse is located on Ipanema’s main street, just a couple of minutes on foot to Ipanema beach, and surrounded by shops, restaurants, parks and the metro. This very spacious penthouse has been renovated with imported European parts, finishing and furniture. The main floor features a [...]
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