5 local expressions you can not live without in Maceió
Speaking correct Portuguese is definitely a great thing but, on daily basis, people have local words and expressions, and also particular ways of expressing themselves that vary a lot from region to region (after all, it’s a big country and a lot of local cultures). In Northeast region there is an infinity of local vocabulary
Portuguese Phrase of the Month: “O cão chupando manga”
January is a month of mango in our region. The fruit is so delicious that even some dogs don´t miss the change to try a piece. Even now and then one has to remember about “O cão chupando manga”. What comes to your mind when you hear “the dog sucking on the mango” which is
5 reasons why you should go to Brazil
1. You know it’s time for a change This headline just spoke to you, didn’t it? Otherwise you clearly wouldn’t continue reading this text. Exactly one year ago, I was in your position. I was staring at my computer screen during my lunch break, which I spent at my desk in one of many digital
Independence Day of Brazil
Dia da Independência (engl. Independence Day of Brazil) is celebrated today in Brazil. The Independence of Brazil from Portugal was firstly proclaimed 7th of September 1822. It was the culmination point of the independence sentiments which has started years before. The war against Napoleon in Europe has provided a favorable environment for the independence path
EcoEngenho celebrates 15 years of great work in rural development in Brazil
Today our partner Instituto EcoEngenho is celebrating its 15th birthday. 15 years of doing great project in the rural areas of Alagoas, discovering and teaching new sustainable methods of agriculture, bringing new ecological products to the consumers in spite of the unfavorable political and financial situation. It is a great honor for us to be
Brazilian Word of the week: Jangada
The day of the fisherman is celebrated on 29th of June in Brazil. It is also the day of the Saint Pedro – the protector of fishermen and their yield. This day is especially important here at Garça Torta. Historically it was fishermen´s village and still continues to have a fishing tradition. Every early morning
It´s time to eat feijoada in Brazil
It is becoming more dificult to make a prefered and typical Brazilian dish “arroz com feijão” (engl.rice and beans). The price of beans has increased by 33% in average from the beginning of the year. In some supermarkets the price of one kg of beans is equal to 5 kg of rice. In our local
Where does the name Brazil come from?
Everything has its origins. The name of our beloved country “Brazil” is not an exception. Have you ever thought what does it mean or where does it come from? If not, get ready for the surprise: Brazil is probably the only country which name comes from the tree! The name is shortened from Portuguese “Terra
Crash Course Brazilian Portuguese
This crash course is designed specially for our students and volunteers coming to GoBrazil. GoBrazil is located at Maceió. The airport here is small and doesn´t have international flights, therefore our students are coming mostly to Recife airport and need to survive without Portuguese the whole way to Maceió. Finally everything is ready – the
Learning Portuguese for career in Brazil
Finding a job in Brazil is generally difficult for a foreigner, as most employers require the candidate to already have a visa and work permit for Brazil before applying. On top of that, many companies require some Portuguese language skills. As in any other country speaking local language when searching for job is crucial. In
Portuguese word of the month: Amar!
Unlike the rest of the world the Lovers´ day (Dia dos Namorados) in Brazil is on 12 of June. Celebrating this day let us introduce you to a poem “Amar!” (engl. to love) of famous Portuguese poet Florbela Espanca. Love (port. “amor”) is the theme that prevailed in her poesy together with passion, desire, suffering,
