How do you explain Brazil?

For folks like me who have lived in the midwestern United States, it's difficult to accurately convey Brazil.  A few words or a couple of snapshots do not begin to address the energy, size, contradictions or beauty that you'll find here.

First, we're in Sao Paulo.  It's the largest city in the southern hemisphere and one of the Top 10 largest cities on the planet at ~19 million inhabitants.  It's size is mind-boggling, especially for someone who lives in a community of 300,000.  It's also the business capital of Latin America.  You come to Sao Paulo for two reasons - visit family or business.  It does not have the tourism draw of it's more popular, smaller sibling - Rio de Janeirio.

So in the midst of the traffic, turmoil, noise and congestion you can find an occasional oasis of natures beauty and peace - Felix Bistrot. 

Felix Bistrot - Cotia, Brazil

The setting was spectacular and the food was classic French.  We had a table outdoors around the pool surrounded by lush, tropical vegetation.  It was quiet and peaceful - two commodities that are difficult to come by in a large city.

TripAdvisor rates this restaraunt 4.5 out of 5.  It's not too far off and maybe even a bit low from my perspective.  The oysters were some of the best I've had and the pistachio-crusted boar filet was unique and delicious.  All accompanied by a good bottle of Argentinian Malbec.  A great evening. 

We're looking forward to getting out this weekend and taking photos of Sao Paulo and it's people.  In short, the people are friendly and the food is fabulous.