Lighthand
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Lives in Rio de Janeiro
Registration: 09 September 2013
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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. ThanksHi, You can try the following places in Rio to get Garam Masala: 1. MERCEARIA MEI JO R. Marquês de Abrantes, 222 ... Read More
Can you get Canned Baked Beans in Rio? by Lighthand
I know this is a bit of a weird question. I recently had a craving for a nice full English Breakfast. But I tried the local supermarkets (Zonal Sul), and can't find canned baked beans in tomato sauce anywhere. Does anyone know where you can ...
Alas.. I guess I will forgo this little treat and be content with extra mushrooms instead. Baking up a batch is an option, I suppose, but sometimes you do look forward to some stuff that you grew up with. Read More
Can you get Canned Baked Beans in Rio?
I know this is a bit of a weird question. I recently had a craving for a nice full English Breakfast. But I tried the local supermarkets (Zonal Sul), and can't find canned baked beans in tomato sauce anywhere. Does anyone know where you can ... Read More
I am starting to wonder why anyone moves to Brazil !!!! by rc206
Since I joined this site.I read post after post from expats living in Brazil.They talk about how bad the traffic,crime,roads,people,starting a business,buying a house ,getting a job, the weather ,cost of living in some cities .So why did you move ...
I've been around the world so much that these days when people ask "Where do you stay?", I have to honestly say where ever I am at currently. But I believe a lot of quips that people have (not just in Brazil), it's more a form of ... Read More
The Laughter Has Gone by James
http://policromatico.com.br/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Robin-Williams.jpg It is with deep sadness that we have all received the news of the tragic death of Actor - Comedian Robin Williams. Williams was truly one of the most brilliant stars of our ...
My personnel favorites are "Mrs. Doubtfire", "Goodwill Hunting" & "Good Morning Vietnam". Of course there are too many others to list, but these three are the ones I tend to watch at least once every year. Read More
New Airport Management Team for Rio (Tom Jobim International Airport) by Lighthand
Just saw below news about Changi Airports International will take over management of Tom Jobim International Airport in Rio together with some local partners. http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/changi-airports/1307344.html Hopefully this ...
ROFL!! Well.... I would be grateful for a few more cafes, bars and improved lounge. Read More
New Airport Management Team for Rio (Tom Jobim International Airport)
Just saw below news about Changi Airports International will take over management of Tom Jobim International Airport in Rio together with some local partners. http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/changi-airports/1307344.html Hopefully this ... Read More
I am starting to wonder why anyone moves to Brazil !!!! by rc206
Since I joined this site.I read post after post from expats living in Brazil.They talk about how bad the traffic,crime,roads,people,starting a business,buying a house ,getting a job, the weather ,cost of living in some cities .So why did you move ...
I heard that most of the bars have closed on Atlantica ave in Rio .I haven't been to Rio since Jan 2012.Is this true? Te amor Arpoador !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!A few were closed during the WC, most notable was Balcony Bar due to it being right opposite ... Read More
I am starting to wonder why anyone moves to Brazil !!!! by rc206
Since I joined this site.I read post after post from expats living in Brazil.They talk about how bad the traffic,crime,roads,people,starting a business,buying a house ,getting a job, the weather ,cost of living in some cities .So why did you move ...
It's down at the end of Copacabana at Arpoador. Right beside Mercure Arpoador Hotel. Next to that is TT Burger, which has FANTASTIC burger and unbelievable milkshakes. Read More
I am starting to wonder why anyone moves to Brazil !!!! by rc206
Since I joined this site.I read post after post from expats living in Brazil.They talk about how bad the traffic,crime,roads,people,starting a business,buying a house ,getting a job, the weather ,cost of living in some cities .So why did you move ...
I can't speak Portuguese for nuts. But with my (wonderful) Brazilian friends, I got to learn interesting tips on the fine art of haggling. For example this is the only country I've been to that when you are at a local bar, and you ordered ... Read More
Want to Start and Establish New Business in Brasil by gargs822
Hello, I am an Indo-European Businessman and looking to expand to Brasil this October. The business is about Beach Accessories and Textiles. I am looking for interested partners and people who can help / guide me. Look forward to hear from any ...
Import/wholesale business for most consumer items are quite a pain to start up, as what James and Bardamu says. The starting up and registering is a long process, and the kick in the nuts (pardon me) is the taxes followed immediately by customs ... Read More
Want to Start and Establish New Business in Brasil by gargs822
Hello, I am an Indo-European Businessman and looking to expand to Brasil this October. The business is about Beach Accessories and Textiles. I am looking for interested partners and people who can help / guide me. Look forward to hear from any ...
If you are talking about a mom & pop shop, than the competition will be intense. However if you are talking about upstream services, like manufacturing, import/wholesale, raw material processing, etc. then you might have a better chance. If ... Read More
Brazilian reaction to MH17 downing by Lighthand
Hi All, Firstly I would like to say that though I will never know the pain family and friends of the victims are feeling. I do feel sadness, confusion and anger, at this senseless murder of so many people onboard MH17. I was just wondering what ...
A letter from Australian parents who lost all their children and the kids grandfather: http://s28.postimg.org/a7buedynt/247124_3075f3ea_124c_11e4_bbaf_048.jpg "A message to the soldiers in the Ukraine, the politicians, the media, our friends ... Read More
Great news! Is it really? by James
The entire Brazilian media is celebrating the great news that Brazil has risen one rank on the United Nations Human Development Index (HDI). It has climbed to 79th place in the 2013 HDI report from 80th in the previous year. Wow, now that's ...
James, I understand where you are coming from, but we also need to realize that changes takes time. The corruption culture needs to be rooted out first, but it's not an easy task when you consider the amount of money that we are talking about. ... Read More
Brazilian reaction to MH17 downing by Lighthand
Hi All, Firstly I would like to say that though I will never know the pain family and friends of the victims are feeling. I do feel sadness, confusion and anger, at this senseless murder of so many people onboard MH17. I was just wondering what ...
Politics aside, this incident really makes my blood boil. Bad enough that the plane was shot down, and so many families perished. Even worst is what happened AFTER the crash. Everybody can deny they shot it down, but what the separatist did at ... Read More