March 2001 Article - After spending 10 weeks away from Brazil, Philip was ready for some decent cooking. He tells you how to make Brazil's national dish, the Feijoada.

November 2000 Article - The Sunday Times once again touches down in Philip's backyard. Philip finds truth and hyperbole in their description of Salvador.

October 2000 Article - Philip rates Natal, north east Brazil's beach capital. And the winner is...

September 2000 Article - As part of his birthday celebrations this month, Philip reviews the hottest dance joint in town.

August 2000 Article - Moving to a new district has allowed Philip the chance to expand his horizons and check out some new exciting bars and restaurants.

July 2000 Article - Finding himself homeless, Philip details the Brazilian process of obtaining a new abode.

June 2000 Article - After struggling with light bulbs and notebooks, Philip describes celebrations in the month of Saints.

May 2000 Article - Philip will be joining a blocco to further his research of the out-of-season carnaval "Fortal".

April 2000 Article - Philip takes you on a tour of his favourite watering holes, applying his world famous "lobster rating".

March 2000 Article - Visit Morro Branco, a low-key and beautiful beach which is justifiably famous for its coloured sands.

February 2000 Article - Brazilians are going in a mad rush to go back to school. Escape the frenzy with a trip to Praia da Lagoinha.

January 2000 Article - Voted as the "World's Best Beach", Jericoacoara is a place for partying more than a place to relax.

December 99 Article - This month Philip concentrates on two of his favourite hobbies - beaches and food.

Fortaleza FAQ - If you're thinking of travelling to Brazil's north east, here's a good place to start.

Tips for NE Brazil - Advice and observations from someone who has travelled to the north east.

Fortaleza in Dutch - There are many Dutch visitors to Fortaleza. Here is an account written in Dutch. For an English translation, click here.

General Info - Life in Fortaleza from transport to food to banking.

Introduction to Fortaleza - After years of searching, an Englishman discovers his Shangri-la.

Prohibition Town Blues - On a trip to Natal, the northeast's beach capital, election day means no drinking.

Talkin' About a Revolution - A trip to Belem, capital of the Brazilian state of Para to investigate the recent civil unrest.

Rumble in the Jungle - A shoddy bar the Brazilian jungle is no place for an Englishman as his team takes on the world champs of football.

500 Years of Brazil - The irresistable pull of Brazil to those who have lived there, especially around the country's 500th anniversary.

Thinking About the Past - Slavery is very much a part of Brazil's history, even if it is a fading memory.

What Is It About Brazil? - Some things that make Brazil unique, both good and bad (but mostly good).

So This is Carnaval - Carnaval is many things to different people, but it has to be experienced.

Jericoacoara, Ceara - Rated as the world's best beach and home to some truly Brazilian Millennium celebrations.

The Blanket Express to Salvador - Salvador has been described as "a Greek salad of cultures, a place of great spirituality". The bus from Fortaleza takes 20 hours.