30th Biennial of Art - Sao Paulo. Don't miss it!

Art of Iñaki Bonillas from Mexico

One of the most important exhibitions on earth about contemporary art is spread on 25 thousand squared meters in Sao Paulo. There are about 3 thousand pieces signed by 111 artists from over 30 different countries, selected by the Venezuelan Luis Pérez-Oramas and his team. Click here to check few of the options and go visit it!

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What: 30th Bienal de São Paulo
Where: Parque do Ibirapuera, Gate 3
When: September 7th to December 9th, from 9 am till 7 pm (entrance is only allowed till 6 pm). Wednesday and Friday, from 9 am till 10 pm (entrance is only allowed till 9 pm). Closed on Monday.
Price: For Free
Website: http://www.bienal.org.br/30Bienal/

Cultural Institute organizes event to celebrate Children's Day

This weekend, starting on October 12th, is a holiday in Brazil. It will be celebrated the "Dia de Nossa Senhora Aparecida" (patron saint of Brazil) and also Children's Day. Although a lot of people are leaving Sao Paulo (check out this post regarding this issue), most of the population will remain and may attend some city events.

This post was prepared for you, who have a child and decided to stay. The Instituto Itaú Cultural organized an event called "Dança para Crianças" (Dance for Children) to celebrate the Children's Day.

The event brings together various assemblies, check it out:

• On October 12th there will be the "Espalha Geral!", with dancers Denise Stutz and Felipe Ribeiro.
• On October 13th will be "Um lugar que ainda não fui" with dance troupe Meia Ponta.
• On October 14th "Meio-dia, Panela Vazia" with the Companhia Giz de Cena.

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What: Dança para Crianças
Where: Itaú Cultural - Avenida Paulista, 149 - Sao Paulo
When: October 12th, 13th and 14th. All starting at 4 pm.
Price: For free
Phone: +55 (11) 2168-1776
Website: http://www.itaucultural.org.br/

São Paulo just beat its record of traffic congestion: 735 km

People leaving the city. It looks like everyone had the same idea...

São Paulo surpasses 700 km of slowness for the first time. There is a radio station in Sao Paulo, which organizes an index (Radio SulAmérica Transit / Maplink). The traffic reached 735km at 6 pm today.

The reason is the "Dia das Crianças" (Children's Day), a federal public holiday. Sao Paulo is the biggest city in South America and Southern hemisphere.

Deep Bar is a very welcoming pub in Sao Paulo

Oktoberfest 2012 at Deep Bar

There is a neighborhood in Sao Paulo called Barra Funda, one of the possible translations could be "Deep Bar" and this is exactly the name of a very good pub in São Paulo.

Located in a residential region of the city, this pub is close to a subway station and also to several nightclubs. Ricardo and his son Fernando have plenty of experience running bars and botecos in Sao Paulo. Fernando -- who is graduated in Tourism and Hospitality Management --, had the chance to stay abroad for a while and became an expert in European Pubs. After visiting a variety of pubs, when he arrived back in Sao Paulo, dad and son got together and decided to apply a little bit of Pub's style on what they know best: "Boteco".

Pub's front door

The "Deep Bar" has a German approach but it's service has a very Boteco Paulista style. They are very good at making you feel at home. I had the chance to visit the bar with a friend of mine (who usually goes there) and I could see a scene that later I found out is one of the Pub's characteristics. From the moment this friend of mine crossed the front door till he arrived on the counter, his favorite pint was ready for a sip. Fernando is proud to say that they know which beer every single client prefers. You can order a Vier Würstchen if you came from Germany or even a traditional Fish and Chips while you appreciate your drink. We "deeply" recommend this pub!

Fernando on duty

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What: Deep Bar 611
Where: Rua Barra Funda, 611 - São Paulo
When: Tuesday to Saturday, from 6 pm till 1 am.
Price: Around R$ 45 per person.
Phone: +55 (11) 4304-0611
Email: contato@deepbar611.com.br
Website: www.deepbar611.com.br

Festa dos Povos is a traditional party where you can eat good food and help the community

Tell me if there's anything better than going to a party to eat, drink, play, attend a concert of Elvis Presley and discover that all the money spent during the event was reverted to charities? Is there?

Every year there is a traditional feast called "Festa dos Povos" that is organized by the Catholic Church Santa Teresa de Jesus. This will be the 30th edition and the admission is free. Despite being a religious festival, it is a very important Brazilian cultural event, since our origin has a lot of influence from the Catholic Church.

This festival will bring 16 food stalls from the cuisines Brazilian, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, American and Arabic. There will be Bingo, will have an area for children and it will be possible to buy handicrafts during the event.

The party will take place on the street and tents will be spread in Rua Clodomiro Amazonas between the streets Joaquim Floriano and Tabapuã. This party looks a lot like the traditional "Festas Juninas" that take place in June in Brazil. It is worthwhile to participate.


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What: Festa dos Povos
Where: Rua Clodomiro Amazonas, 50
When: October 20th and 21st, from 6 pm till 10 pm on Saturday; from 10 am till 8 pm on Sunday.
Price: For free to get in and the prices range from R$ 3 to R$ 25. Credit and Debit cards are not accepted.

Exhibition brings a mix between art and game

Photo: Denise Andrade

From afar they look the same, but the approach can capture the differences. In the exhibition "O Jogo dos Sete Erros" (The Game of Seven Errors), Rodrigo Andrade brings versions of the works of Ranchinho, who had a mental illness and painting was one of the ways he used to stay calm. For this work, the artist had to learn the essence of Ranchinho, and follow the way of imitation in paint to create replicas. You can only find out how it looks different because they are exposed in pairs, side by side. Actually, that is the game!

[humberto gollabeh by B-Coolt]

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What: O Jogo dos Sete Erros
Where: Galeria Estação, Rua Ferreira Araújo, 625 - Pinheiros
When: Monday to Friday, from 11 am till 7 pm. Saturday, from 11 am till 3 pm. It ends on October 31st.
Price: For free
Phone: +55 (11) 3813-7253 and 3813-6355
Website: http://www.galeriaestacao.com.br/

Japanese Brunch every Sunday in Sao Paulo

The Matsubara Hotel is from a Japanese family of São Paulo and is located in the neighborhood of Paraíso, close to Avenida Paulista. A few months ago, they started a family project: Brunch Oriental, as they call it.  The buffet is open to the public and you don't have to be hosted to be part of it.

The price is R$ 50 per person and you can eat as much as you want. According to the demand, two sushi chefs prepare sushi and sashimi - tuna or salmon - in real time. But if you are one of those who don't like Asian food, the restaurant also offers pasta, salads and grilled food. Orange juice, coconut water and green tea are included in the price of the meal. It's good value for the money! Ring them to make a reservation. The Hotel's restaurant is ready to receive tourists that speak English and Japanese.

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What: Japanese Brunch in a Hotel
Where: Rua Coronel Oscar Porto, 836 - São Paulo
When: Every Sunday, from Midday till 4 pm.
Price: R$ 50 per person
Phone: +55 (11) 3561-5000
Website: http://www.matsubarahotel.com.br/