By Anna Kaiser, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – The fifth annual FLIST festival (the International Literary Festival of Santa Teresa) will be held in the Parque da Ruinas atop Santa Teresa this weekend, May 4th and 5th. The festival celebrates literature and poetry from both Brazilian and international authors with readings, lectures, author [...]
By Fiona Hurrell, Senior Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – American expatriates Lance Horsley and David Laster moved to Rio in 2010 where they opened a hugely popular B&B (bed and breakfast – or “pousada” as they are locally known) called Casa Cool Beans in the bohemian hilltop neighborhood of Santa Teresa. In response [...]
By Chesney Hearst, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Although weeks remain until the official four days of Carnival begin on Saturday, February 9th, some of the famous street parties, known as blocos are already underway. Unlike the major samba school competitions which can only be viewed at the Sambódromo or live on TV, [...]
By Leo Byrne, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Sitting near the top of one of Rio de Janeiro’s most charming and relaxed neighborhoods surrounded by lush forest with sweeping views of the city and bay, guests of the Hotel Santa Teresa might not realize that they are near the Cidade Maravilhosa’s bustling Centro [...]
By Leo Byrne, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – The body of Chilean artist and painter Jorge Selarón was found yesterday morning on the Lapa steps, or Escadaria Selarón, the landmark and work of art that he created. The cause of his death is currently unknown. The chief of Rio’s homicide department (DH), William [...]
By Leo Byrne, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Hiding in the hills above the energetic Lapa, the winding roads of the Santa Teresa district are a great destination for those looking to spend time away from Rio’s beaches. Its collection of cafes, art shops and eclectic restaurants mean that it’s oft touted bohemian [...]
By Sam Cowie, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Sunday, August 26th, saw the first screening of short movie “Bonde, o filme!” in Santa Teresa’s bohemian Largo de Guimaraes quarter, directed by British filmmaker and Rio resident of 35, years Vik Birkbeck. The film details last year’s tragic tram accident in Santa Teresa, which [...]
By Nathan M. Walters, Senior Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Tonight, Casa Do Barão in Santa Teresa will open its doors for the next edition of the funky party “Soul, Baby, SOUL!” The venue, Casa do Barão (around the corner from the neighborhood hot spot Bar do Mineiro) is a great local for an eclectic Friday unwind away [...]
By Donitra Clemons, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Santa Teresa has long been a popular tourist destination, with steep rolling cobblestone streets and a distinctly bohemian style of shops and restaurants. However, business in Santa Teresa has suffered since the closing of the trolley, locally known as the bonde, following a tragic accident [...]
By Zoë Roller, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Government and police officials are developing new anti-corruption measures, spurred in part by recent events in Rocinha, the largest favela in Rio’s Zona Sul (South Zone). A UPP (Police Pacification Unit) is slated to be installed in Rocinha this year, but in addition to the [...]
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