The only trick to shopping is knowing where to go and what to get, so here are our suggestions for gift ideas and stores. These are a must for those into import-export.
Bio-Jewelry from Maria Oiticica
Bio-jewelry? That’s right: jewelry made, not from slave gold and blood stones, but exotic and rare seeds and plants from deep in the Amazon. The design is vibrant and the philosophy refreshing.
For 20 years, Amazonia-native designer, Maria Oiticica, has been designing jewelry and accessories that attract the attention of the entire ball, true works of art. Get it while it’s still incredibly affordable!
Maria Oiticica flagship store Shopping Leblon, 1st floor www.mariaoiticica.com.br Maria Oiticica studio Rua Visconde de Carandai 19, Jardim Botanico tel: 2275-4197
Coffee-table books on Brazil
found at: bookstores
Brazilian soccer team shirt
found at: souvenir shops
Bottle of Cachaça
found at: supermarkets
Pot of Doce de leite
found at: supermarkets
Requeijão (super creamy cheese)
found at: supermarkets
Goiabada (Guava sweet)
found at: supermarkets
Havaiana Flip-Flops
found at: souvenir shops
“Dona Flor” Brazilian Cubans
found at: souvenir shops
Brazilian Music CDs
Best place to find good stuff: Bossa Nova store (Rua Duvivier 37 in Copa).
Premium Brazilian Coffee
found at: supermarkets
Caipirinha pestle and mortar
found at: souvenir shops