The people in the slum were all so kind. That part of the trip makes me truly appreciate what I have. A typical Brazilian meal is served family style, where everyone at the table shares a few large ...
Akara, a cherished Nigerian dish, has become a key element of Brazilian cuisine, celebrated annually during the Acarajé Festival. This deep-fried cake, made from beans, was introduced to Brazil ...
The Vital de Oliveira was a civilian ship, built in 1910 and outfitted as an auxiliary naval craft when Brazil entered World War II on the side of the Allies. It was transporting supplies ...