Georges On My Mind

Weekend at Paraty

We spent an enjoyable weekend at Paraty, about four hours by car south of Rio. Paraty is a colonial-era port town that time pretty well forgot until it was rediscovered and preserved. The centre is now car-free and it's a very relaxing alternative to the bustle of Rio.

Lesley preparing fish in banana leaf

The grown-ups went to a demonstrative cooking school where we worked with recipes from the Amazonia region.

We all enjoyed a cruise to some of the beaches and islands around Paraty. The water was clear, full of tropical fish and still warm enough for swimming.

Easter 2004

Catriona was very excited about Easter this year!




Daniel less so.

P.S. Happy Birthday, Mummy!