29 July 2010
A strong economy and two huge events are truly revolutionising Brazil’s architecture – and cities! Who hasn’t heard that slogan saying “Brazil’s the country of the future”? Because it seems to be getting ever more serious. Brazil has already become, at least, the talk of the town. No, I’m not talking about the World Cup [...]
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19 July 2010
Bruno Basso and Christopher Brooke are the latest fashion designers to be honoured an exclusive space at the Design Museum to showcase their work: the tanks by the River Thames, right in front of the museum.
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13 July 2010
Saravah Soul launch their second album this month (launching at Passing Clouds on July 24th), bringing with it part of Brazil’s history, through rich melodies on top of a most percussive base.
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07 July 2010
JD picks the best of the hottest event this summer: Southbank Centre’s Festival Brazil It’s been a long time in the making and it wasn’t easy. Over 70 Brasilian events in the form of concerts, exhibitions, talks, films and performances are taking over the Southbank Centre. This summer-long festival is a combo of local Brazilian artists, [...]
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Posted on 30 July 2010.
The second edition of the largest Brazilian festival in Europe, an entire day of music and performances, is set to stage the likes of Fundo de Quintal, Serginho Groisman, César Menotti & Fabiano, Vivendo do Ócio and Groove n’ Bossa. (more…)
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Posted on 27 April 2010.
Bon voyage (21/07/10)
Well, this is it. In a few hours I will leave for my biggest physical challenge yet. My ride to Paris start tomorrow at 08:00 and I am very excited about it. All the training I have done had paid off. My legs are stronger and my cardiovascular condition is a [...]
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Posted on 07 July 2010.
Enjoy the English Summer with The Feng Sushi Brazil Picnic Box worth over £56
Posted on 07 July 2010.
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Posted on 08 July 2010.
Natural wonders, empty beaches and underwater adventures in Fernando de Noronha
Ask any Brasilian which would be Brasil’s natural paradise, and nine out of ten would say Fernando de Noronha. Even though the majority have never been there, the island has become a symbol of national unanimity, a cause for pride and even inspiration for the [...]
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08 June 2010
Cravo e Canela Having delivered the most delicious cakes and Brasilian sweets to private parties and events since 2008, Cravo & Canela now offer the chance for customers to taste all of their treats in a cosy little café in Brixton – no pre-ordering necessary. Luiz, one of the owners, tells us that he and chef [...]
13 July 2010
In 2001, the British Producer Far Out Recordings reunited the Brazilian band ‘The Ipanemas’ for one more recording. That was the start of the international recognition for the drummer, singer and composer Wilson das Neves.
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