Saudades
Maltese expat in Switzerland
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Lives in Zurich, Canton of Zurich
Registration: 17 March 2013
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Carteira de estrangeiro ready for pick-up? by Saudades
Hello fellow-expats. Some 6 months ago I was at the PF in Gale茫o to get my Perman锚ncia. I did the whole, photo, fingerprint, and much-awaited-stamp on my passport. But I didn't ask about when the actual carteira will be ready. Will ...
Haha, indeed. I'm sure that as I'll be stretching out my hand to receive it from the PF it will all turn into slow-motion and the Chariots of Fire music will start to play. Abra莽os Read More
Carteira de estrangeiro ready for pick-up? by Saudades
Hello fellow-expats. Some 6 months ago I was at the PF in Gale茫o to get my Perman锚ncia. I did the whole, photo, fingerprint, and much-awaited-stamp on my passport. But I didn't ask about when the actual carteira will be ready. Will ...
You're so helpful James! Thanks so much!!! t谩 confirmado!! :one Read More
Carteira de estrangeiro ready for pick-up?
Hello fellow-expats. Some 6 months ago I was at the PF in Gale茫o to get my Perman锚ncia. I did the whole, photo, fingerprint, and much-awaited-stamp on my passport. But I didn't ask about when the actual carteira will be ready. Will ... Read More
Expat in Mourning by momto7
I woke up this morning to find out my Uncle was killed in an automobile accident last night. I feel so . . . . .l dont know how to describe it. Numb I guess. There is no way I can make it home to be with my family. I spoke to my mom on Skype and ...
Hi James, I just read this. I'm so sorry for your loss. Krista Read More
Taking a week off - USA Expert coming to visit in Rio de Janeiro by James
Well folks, Starting tomorrow (Thursday Nov. 6 until Friday Nov. 14) I am not going to be glued to the blog as much as I normally am. Expat-blog's USA Expert, and good friend, usmc_mv will be coming to spend a week visiting here in Maca茅 ...
Cool, guys, enjoy it! I already have plans for Saturday but would love to catch up another time! Read More
Equivalent of custard powder? by Saudades
Hi, I'm planning on making an English "trifle". Do you think I could find custard powder in Brazilian supermarkets? What about "fresh cream", what should i look for instead here? Thanks
Hehe thanks for this. Yes im inclined to try this recipe. It's just that at the time I wanted to leave out the eggs. But thanks anyways!!! :) Read More
IMPORTANT NEW CHANGES FOR THOSE APPLYING FOR PERMANENT VISAS by James
IMPORTANT NEW CHANGES FOR THOSE APPLYING FOR PERMANENT VISAS **** EDIT OF JULY 17, 2015 INFORMATION REGARDING NEW FEE STRUCTURE FOR PERMANENCY, ...
Congrats! Have a good stay! Read More
Equivalent of custard powder? by Saudades
Hi, I'm planning on making an English "trifle". Do you think I could find custard powder in Brazilian supermarkets? What about "fresh cream", what should i look for instead here? Thanks
Sure you can grow your own. They even sell seeds. As for myself, I bought a bunch of mint and propagated it in water and now it grows gracefully in my own veranda. You can do the same for a number of other herbs which are ... Read More
Equivalent of custard powder? by Saudades
Hi, I'm planning on making an English "trifle". Do you think I could find custard powder in Brazilian supermarkets? What about "fresh cream", what should i look for instead here? Thanks
Thanks so much!!! You're so helpful!!! It's amazing the things expats have to come up with in our kitchens to get a "taste of home"! Read More
Equivalent of custard powder? by Saudades
Hi, I'm planning on making an English "trifle". Do you think I could find custard powder in Brazilian supermarkets? What about "fresh cream", what should i look for instead here? Thanks
Yes, I meant Bird's Custard Powder. So how would you use this instant vanilla mix? Would i need to add leite condensado? Regarding the fresh cream, yes i mean the creme de leite, i just thought there would be a version which is sold in the ... Read More
Equivalent of custard powder?
Hi, I'm planning on making an English "trifle". Do you think I could find custard powder in Brazilian supermarkets? What about "fresh cream", what should i look for instead here? Thanks Read More
Ouch, that hurts!!! LOL LOL LOL by James
http://i1320.photobucket.com/albums/u531/wjwoodward/SEIZED_zpsc5f90291.jpg?t=1411585808 Federal Police, in partnership with the Coordination of Special Resources (Core) Civil Police, seized on the morning of Wednesday, Sept. 24th around R $ 4 ...
Yeay! Read More
Cooking Class by Lighthand
Hi All/Moderators, Just a quick check. I was thinking of starting a home based cooking class (small number only), for the weekends (Sat or Sun). Mainly to occupy my time. Do I need any special permits or anything like that? I don't really ...
Thanks!! Read More
Cooking Class by Lighthand
Hi All/Moderators, Just a quick check. I was thinking of starting a home based cooking class (small number only), for the weekends (Sat or Sun). Mainly to occupy my time. Do I need any special permits or anything like that? I don't really ...
Hi i'm seeing your posts here... where do you find GARAM MASALA spice to buy in Brazil? I'm in Rio de Janeiro. Thanks Read More
How to register a marriage to a Brazilian citizen outside Brazil by James
When a Brazilian citizen marries a foreign national outside of Brazil, while the marriage is legal in Brazil it must be registered at the Consulado-Geral do Brasil where they reside (not necessarily always the same country where the marriage ...
Hi, on the list of requirements for recognition of marriage in Rio de Janeiro I can see the following written: "Comprovante de Resid锚ncia do Munic铆pio do Rio de Janeiro em nome de um dos c么njuges." Which then goes on for ... Read More