Giovani (Brazil) @Old West Restaurant, Curitiba, Brazil July 18, 2018
I ran into Giovani in a corridor as I was checking in to an airbnb in Curitiba. It was brief but the initial connection with a lot of curiosity led us to get to know each other better the following day. Other than his intriguing current work, helping others become better Youtubers, his unique stories of dealing with life’s challenges helped us connect stronger. Serendipities are always enjoyable, and I am happy to make this one more special by visiting his town next week. Giovani (Brazil)...
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, July 13, 2018
For many years, I’ve heard a handful of scary stories of violence in Rio de Janeiro. A month ago, when I heard about an unfortunate anecdote directly from a friend, I wondered whether it was worthwhile to visit the city in the first place, against all the risks. In general, I believe that the level of insecurity of a place tends to be exaggerated among travelers, but Rio seemed like a definite red flag. In the end, I spent one whole week in Rio and now...
Way to Iguazu Falls
A picture is worth a thousand words and a video is work a thousand pictures. It is especially true when it comes to Iguazu Falls. So enjoy your tour. @Iguazu Falls, Foz do Iguacu, Brasil, July 4, 2018
Iguazu Falls, Foz do Iguacu, Brasil, July 4, 2018
The Iguazu falls is shared by two countries: Brazil and Argentina. I visited the Brazilian side in 2009, about a month before my service finished in Paraguay. Naturally, the ‘common sense’ decision would be to check out the Argentinian side this time. But in the last couple weeks, one thing led to another and at the end I chose to visit the Brazilian side again and skip the Argentinian side. I don’t intend to explain in detail the reason but as it always has been, travels...
Brett – Natalia, Restaurante Tirol, Foz do iguacu, Brasil, July 3, 2018
Reuniting with Brett with my Paraguayan friend Natalia. Brett and I first met in Panama. We found out that we had started our trips almost at the same time, we are almost the same years old, and we have many similarities in personalities. He’s been my remote travel buddy with whom I could share the ups and downs of my emotions. We’ve met in six countries so far. This might be the last time since he’s going back to the US and I’m headed to Europe....
ñoquis – asado (roasted meat) – morcilla (blood sausage) – chipa guazú (a type of corn cake)@encarnacion, Paraguay, June 27, 2018
Not everything on this plate originated from Paraguay but these are some routinely consumed ‘typical’ dishes here. ñoquis – asado (roasted meat) – morcilla (blood sausage) – chipa guazú (a type of corn cake) and some salad. Once I leave Paraguay, Chipa guazú will be especially missed since it’s only available here. It’s one of the varieties of ‘chipa’. 62000 Guaranties or USD 11 @encarnacion, Paraguay, June 27, 2018
Family, san Ignacio, Paraguay, June 22, 2018
Eleven years ago the day I arrived in San Ignacio, this family received me as a son. That’s why I always have the gratitude and to this day, they are synonymous with San Ignacio in many aspects. José – Edu – Johana – Adrián – Doña Tony – Don Gilberto Ana y Lourdes, siento que no están en la foto! @san Ignacio, Paraguay, June 22, 2018
Tallarín, san Ignacio, Paraguay, June 20, 2018
This is how a typical lunch of the day is served in Paraguay. The main dish here is called Tallarin. I’m not sure about its origin but this is what a Paraguay tallarín looks like. Tallarín noodles are served with chicken or beef mixed with spaghetti sauce. As for the salad, there are two options : mixed (in the picture) or Russian. The Russian one comes with potatoes. @24000 guaranties or 4.2 USD @sabores de abril, san Ignacio, Paraguay, June 10. 2018
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