Eat

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Caldinho de Feijão: Few dishes reflect Brazilian diversity as well as this black-bean soup. Made from garlic, celery and beans, the simple recipe packs a sophisticated flavor with just a touch of sherry. Go easy: Brazilians say it’s an aphrodisiac.

Drink

Caipirinha: Known as the mojito of Brazil, the caipirinha is a classic heat-slaking cocktail that goes down well any time but you'll most likely see it at dinner. In the mix: sugar, limes and a distilled sugar-cane juice called cachaça.

Speak

Bagunça: Literally a “mess,” but it can also describe the quick-witted, rapid-fire conversation — and general goofing-off — that can happen when Brazilians get together.

Grande mergulho! Great dive!

Ensina-me samba? Teach me samba?

_Minha namorada gostaria de ter uma grande tigela de caldinho __de feijão:_ My girlfriend would like a very big bowl of black-bean soup.

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