Super Sampler Platter

In an effort to dodge the imminent censorship requests, I am posting the remainder of my photos from the Wittig’s visit. 

No.  I did not do a great job narrowing them down.  Get cozy.  I’m sure you have nothing better to do considering the high in Minneapolis today was two degrees and I was busy wearing flip flops in Brazil.

Sorry.  That was mean. 

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Catedral da Sé, New Year’s Day mass

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Wasn’t. kidding. 

São Paulo was EMP-TY… ‘I am Legend’ style. 

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Since our favorite ramen joint in Liberdade was closed for the holidays, we submitted to hunger pains and settled for whatever was across the street.  Worst Chinese food EVER.

Four words:  gravy covered chicken bones.  Never again.  SO sorry guys.

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Parque Trianon lit up for Christmas

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And… this here is how Lisa got invited back to Brazil.

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Playing euchre with tasty coffee drinks at Santo Grão on Oscar Freire.

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Please note my opening statement regarding incoming censorship requests.

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Thank goodness Jonathan was there.

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Hotel Unique, designed by Ruy Ohtake

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Rooftop Skye Bar prior to the dinner rush… perfect timing for a sunset.

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Immediate thought process:

This should be Jonathan’s facebook profile pic!!

Oh my goodness.  I am such a jobless 14 year old.

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Vila Mada.

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Hairy lady armpits and Pee Wee Herman in perma-squat under display glass.

Well, that’s not weird. 

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From our first day exploring the market to our last few hours sampling juices, having you both here was a blast.  You are welcome back anytime.  Like, now.

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Facebook profile picture!!!