"No giant stage, no flashy lights, just raw sound, passion, and a crowd packed close together vibing to Spanish rock."
Tag: south america
Mate – The Communal Ritual That Still Defines the Southern Cone
"No one rushes or yells too loudly in the park by the beach. No one checks their phone compulsively as they do in my country. The conversation drifts from topic to topic, ranging from politics, local gossip, football, or better yet, nothing at all."
From Amazon Palms to Beach Bowls – Chasing Açaí in Brazil (Cultural Spotlight)
"Difficult to find outside of the country and definitely not of the same flavor, taste or variety, Acai is a unique treat that Brazil is rightly known for."
Cazuela Uncovered – South America’s Stew with a Story in Every Spoonful (Cuisine Spotlight)
"Depending upon what you’re craving, a good cazuela can be made up of seafood, beef, chicken, etc. as its main base food. ‘Cazuela’ is a Spanish word, which roughly translates into ‘Casserole’ in English."
The Wonder of Machu Picchu
"These places that touch on the cultural and historical legacy of man are what drive us to be resolute in protecting these artifacts of mankind and making sure that they are around for future generations."
A Chance Encounter in Peru
"The best part of traveling can often be those chance encounters on the road that lead to you gaining a new friend, who might be a local from the country you’re visiting or another fellow foreigner who’s exploring the same places as you by coincidence."
Four Days in São Paulo (A Travel Guide)
“While it may not have the beaches of Rio de Janeiro or the musical and rhythmic vibes of Salvador, Sao Paulo is well worth at least a couple of days of your time when you visit Brazil.”