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Monthly Newsletter November 2011

www.AmSoc.com.br Forum

The Food Issue

Page 6: The AmSoc board sharesheir favorite restaurants with

you. Just dont tell anyone else!

Brunch

Page 7: Yes, you can have brunchn So Paulo! Find out where you

can load up on your favorites.

Page 12: A festive buffet at the

Hyatt you should not miss!

Thanksgiving event

The American Society of So Paulopromotes friendship by organizingsocial, cultural and athletic events for

ts diverse membership; encouragesntegration with the Brazilian society;and supports the American traditionsof education, philanthropy andvolunteerism.

Our Mission

The Food Issue

Save the dateSave the date

Upcoming AmSoc events

Nov 5th - Ang Pa tyNov 5th, 6th, 26th, 27th - So tba s asonNov 12th - P ckup gam s at G aNov 18th - Cha ng Go Cup

Board secrets

The holiday season is quicklyapproaching and we would like to inviteyou to join us at the annual Graded PTAThanksgiving Celebration A World of Thanks, an event open to all within theSo Paulo international community.

This celebration will take place onSaturday, November 19, 2011 at GradedSchool in Morumbi from 11:00am to4:00pm.

The days activities will includemusical performances, a traditionalThanksgiving feast, childrens activitiesand a mini-praca featuring artisans andvendors.

Children will be able to take part in ahost of games and activities throughout

the day. Everyone will have a chanceto start Christmas shopping at the mini- praca which will feature 70+ vendors aswell as local charities selling handmadeitems to raise funds.

The highlight of the day will be thetraditional Thanksgiving meal, completewith succulent roast turkey and all thetrimmings (including cranberry sauce).Gradeds famous homemade pumpkin andapple pies will be served for dessert. Themeal starts at 12:30 (continous seating)and leftover food will be available for sale after 4:00pm.

Be sure to circle November 19th onyour calendar and bring friends to Gradedand share in this American tradition witha Brazilian twist. The Graded PTA hasa long-standing tradition of sharing andgiving thanks within the community andthis event will be no exception.

Tickets go on sale November 7, 2011.

Adults: R$30. Children 5-12: R$15.Children 4 years and under are free.Tickets will also be sold at the door.

For more information please sendemails to: [email protected]

Thanksgiving Celebration atGraded on November 19th

236th Marine Corps BallThe Marine Corps Birthday Ball is one

of the most illustrious and historicallysigni cant events theworld over. This eventcelebrates the birth of the most faithful, mostfeared, and professional

ghting force the worldhas ever known.

Our Corps was born on 10 Nov 1775at a bar called TunTavern in Philadelphia,Pennsylvania.

Every year Marinesaround the worldcelebrate the birthday of the Corps withthe traditions seen at the Marine CorpsBirthday Ball.

The event will be held at the EstanPlazaHotel and includes a dinner, open bar, the

traditional Marine CorpsBirthday ball ceremony,and music until 0100.

Date: November

19th, 2011Location: Estanplaza

Hotel - Rua FernandesMoreira 1293 - ChcaraSanto AntonioCocktail hour starts at645pmPrice: R$140

For more informationcontact Post One at the U.S. Consulate at5186-7373 or email [email protected]


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The American Societyof So Paulo

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Welcome to our New MembersWelcome the following New Members who joined us in October 2011. We are very grateful for your support!

NAME MEMBERSHIP TYPE CITIZENSHIP COMPANY OR PROFESSION

Corey & Janet CHAPLIN Family Membership American CH2M Hill

Matthew COURI Single Membership Fundio Balancins

Maria Beatriz MENDES Single Membership American/Brazilian Speech Patology and Integral Coaching

Diego & Denise SANSON Family Membership American Monster.com

William M. WHALEY Single Patron Membership American Crown Relocations

Name: Matt and Silvana Mooney, Children:Ian (10) and Alex (8)

Origin, time here:Here for 9 months and countingArrived February 1, 2011 Matt andI grew up in Huntington, WV; hiswork took us to Richmond, VA for 5years, and a new job opportunity ledus to Pittsburgh, PA for another 5 years

before coming here. I have been atrailing spouse, giving up my jobsas a nurse practitioner with each new

venture.

Why So Paulo: I received a phone call last July (2010)

from Matt, who said, Guess what Ive been offered a promotionand its inBrazil. It was completely unexpected,

and quite a shock for both of us. After a lot of consideration, we decided to gofor it my family is from Argentina, sothe thought of living in South Americafor a few years (and closer to relatives)was enticing for me; not to mention thegreat experience it would be for our

boys. It was also a terri c opportunityfor Matt to gain international experiencewith his company.

Best things so ar:We have enjoyed meeting so manygreat people from all over the world,the wonderful food (our kids lovechurrascarias), nice weather, travelopportunities we wouldnt have if stillliving in the States, and having thechance to expose our kids to a newculture and language.

Early rustrations:All of the bureaucratic red tapeinvolved in trying to obtain CPF andRNE numbers and having countless

documents notarized of course, untilthese are done you cant really beginliving in So Paulo in order to beable to get phone, internet, and cable,

open a bank account, buy a car andreceive your belongings from home.Have saudade or anything back home:

Family and friends; I miss my job. Wemostly miss the simplicity of day-to-day life the familiarity of roads; thefact that I could have 5 errands to run,and could get them all done beforethe kids got home from school; openspaces; local sports teams; sandwichesfrom Primantis.

Progress with Portuguese:Since Im uent in Spanish, Portuguesehas been easy for me to learn itde nitely makes life easier to be ableto communicate! Though it has beenharder for Matt and the boys, they aretaking lessons and learning slowly, butthey improve every day.

Favorite place to hang out: The kids would be happy to spend all of their free time playing in the jungleinside our condo complex, while Mattand I enjoy caipirinhas by the pool; welove spending a Saturday or Sundayat Embu or Parque Ibirapuera, and

Estancia is our favorite churrascaria.

New Member Profle


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ByLeslie Reed,AmSoc board member

Adventures in Food Near and Far

Since moving to So Paulo one year ago, Ive had the opportunity to travel to several great South American cities and beaches and have been pleased to nd amazing food at every stop. Having spent the previous seven years in the culinary hotspot New York City, it has been a welcome treat to nd that I can still indulge in my favorite hobby eating great food inmy new home country.

So if youre looking for fun and interesting restaurants near or far, here are a few I recommend. They range fromsophisticated to simple and they are all worth the trip!

I you like In So Paulo try: When traveling check out:

Sea ood Moqueca Po de Festa(Moema) Brisa do Mar(Amor Beach) Praia da Pipa, Rio Grande do Norte& Fresh Fish www.sw7.com.br/paode esta Paraso(Morere Beach), Boipeba Island, Bahia

*Traditional Bahian moqueca and *Traditional beach restaurants with great views o the oceangreat caipirinhas; open during the dayonly

Argentine Steak 348(Vila Olimpia & Higienopolis)LaCabrera,Buenos Aires, Argentinahttp://restaurante348.com.br www.parrillalacabrera.com.ar*Boasts a hip crowd on weekends; *Touristy but un; one meal serves two plus!be sure to try the rench ries

Pizza La Gloria(Moema) Mozzarello Pizza, Ilhabela, So Paulowww.lagloriapizzabar.com.br *Open air restaurant that makes great thin crust pizza*Great place or large parties; their

pepperoni pizza reminds me o homePasta Due Cuochi(Itaim Bibi & Pousada Santa Clara, Boipeba Island, Bahia

Shopping Cidade Jardim) http://santaclaraboipeba.comwww.duecuochi.com.br *Well-known or its ood and charm not to be missed*Mouthwatering ravioli and nice Chila, Buenos Aires, Argentinawine selection www.chilaweb.com.ar

*Sophisticated atmosphere and elegant dishes

Ceviche La Mar(Itaim Bibi) Zaza Bistro, Rio de Janeirowww.lamarcebicheria.com www.zazabistro.com.br*Cool atmosphere, un dishes *They serve a variety o dishes but their ceviche is a stand out

Cozy & Romantic Ruella(Vila Olimpia) Sirop, Buenos Aires, Argentina

www.ruella.com.br http://siroprestaurant.com*Charming French usion bistro *Start with shrimp on warm brioche then try the braised bee ribs wit

walnut mashed potatoes un orgettable!

Tropical Atmosphere Praa So Lourenco(Vila Olimpia) Manaca, Camburi, So Sebastiowww.pracasaolourenco.com.br www.restaurantemanaca.com.br*Great spot or amilies Aprazivel, Rio de Janeiro

www.aprazivel.com.br*I you like catching glimpses o monkeys and birds while dining, dont mistwo spots.

Top Rated Mani(Pinheiros) Cruzeiro do Pescador, Praia da Pipa, Rio Grande do Nortewww.manimanioca.com.br www.cruzeirodopescador.com.br*Unique and delicious dishes sh o *Watch the che prepare your meal in his own kitchen, and dont misthe day, beet risotto and acai dessert Mar, a slow-grilled sea ood east!


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In the fast-paced world that is SoPaulo, its easy to get so caught up inthe daily grind that your health andwallet take a beating when it comes toeating.

The lucky ones have tasty, healthyhome-cooked meals prepared for them.Most of us, however, feel like we onlyhave expensive, inadequate fast food

or hefty food-coma-enducing meals tochoose from while out in the city.The expense of eating out in So

Paulo is one of the things that catchesmost expatriates off-guard. This isoften attributed to the increase in theaverage Brazilian salary, which in turnallows more people to eat at restaurantsthan had done so in the past.

Unfortunately, the opening of newrestaurants has failed to keep pace, thusthere is more demand than supply whenit comes to the food service sector, andthe prices at area restaurants re ectthat.

Meanwhile, the prevalence of fastfood outlets and the high salt contentin traditional Brazilian dishes enticethe unsuspecting diner into makingunhealthy food choices. Pasta ladenwith oily or creamy sauces, friedand fatty meats, and double doses of carbohydrates and sugars at a late nightdinner are all foods that pose a threat toheart and waistline.

These foods may taste good to you, but they arent good for you. In fact,even in a country known for lithe beach

bodies, silhouettes in So Paulo aresteadily getting pudgier and pudgier.

Still, there is a traditionalway of eating here in Brazil thatsates both taste and nutritionalconcerns. The basic combinationof steamed rice, boiled beans, leangrilled meat, and a mixture of rawand lightly-cooked vegetables can

be found on almost every block in So Paulo, especially aroundlunch time. In fact, per-kilo andall-you-can-eat buffets are the

best bet in terms of healthy eatingoutside of the home.

Brazils penchant for heavymid-day meals is actually a blessingin disguise, as most buffets comewith healthy and non-healthy optionsalike. Its this choice that makes allthe difference, and depending onthe neighborhood, of course thesesmorgasbords can be actually goodvalue for your real.

Often, youll nd nutrient-rich brown

rice alongside the re ned, carb-heavywhite rice. A host of fresh vegetables,direct from farms in verdant So Paulostate, sit enticingly alongside steamed,

buttery legumes tasty, if not quitehealthy. Grilled chicken and beef almost always accompany stewed andsmothered meats. Many per-kilo spotsoffer vegetarian or light feijoada onWednesdays. Theres really no excusenot to eathealthy duringlunch.

There aretwo strategiesyou can tryto ensure youdont overeat,which woulddefeat the

purpose of eating healthyfood in therst place.

One is to ll

half your platewith salad andgreens before

packing onthe carbs and

proteins. Youre less likely to over- llthe plate if half the space is alreadytaken up by the green stuff.

The second strategy, depending onhow much time you have for lunch, is toeat in two waves. Eat a serving of foodas soon as you arrive, then let that settlefor a half-hour or so before returningto the buffet. This gives your bodytime to signal your mind that youreactually getting full. Its virtually full-

proof (heh-heh). To save money andcalories, skip the juices, soft drinks, andsweetened teas. Water is your friend.

Regardless of how long your lunchhour is, another key to healthy eatingis eating slowly. This may be dif cultwith a schedule chock full of meetingsand things to do. Still, your personalhealth should always trump anythingwork-related, so you always need totake time out to nourish your body andmind. How else can you expect to be

productive?So remember, check out the area buffets for the best, most economicalselection of foods. Make sure your

plate is full of varied colors and avors,including that necessary infusion of green. Try to stay away from fats, oils,and salts, especially those hidden insauces. Stick to water.

Heres to your health.

Eating Healthy in the Big CityByErnest White II,staf writer


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AmSoc Board Members Share Their Foodie Secre Jacques Vaney

Name and address:Frevo, Rua Oscar Freire 603, Jardins

Cuisine: Traditional So PauloLanchonette

Price range dinner or 2 without wine:R$ 120Why go:Amazing food and excellent

old-school service. Best Beirutede let mignon in Brazil. Just makesure to get the weird (but good) greenmayonnaise on the side.

Celina Sampaio

Name & address:Restaurante Biondi Rua Pedroso Alvarenga, 1026, telefone3078-5273 www.biondirestaurante.com.br

Cuisine:ItalianPrice range dinner or 2 without wine:R$200Why go?:If for nothing else the Risotto of

funghi Porcini, Tallegio cream andtoasted pignoli is worth the trip. Themenu of the restaurant is based on themenu of La Pergola from Rome, and theyoung italian Chef , Rodolfo de Santis,was trained by Heinz Beck, one of the

best chefs in Europe at the moment.

Jenni er Showers

Name and address:Praa So Loreno,Rua Casa do Ator, 608, Vila Olmpia,www.pracasaolourenco.com.br

Cuisine:Contemporary & WorldPrice range dinner or 2 without wine:R$250Why go:Beautiful atmosphere, large

space. Its perfect for a romanticdinner-- we celebrated Valentinesday here-- but easily accommodates alarge group. You can sit outside on the

patio or inside with candlelight. GreatSunday buffet!

Eileen Tasso

Name and address:Cantina Bella Dona,Av Joao Carlos Silva Borges, 742Granja Julieta

Cuisine:ItalianPrice range dinner or 2 without wine:Prices

very reasonableWhy go:Quiet neighborhood Italian

Restaurant, Great food at great prices,a diamond in the rough!

Jenni er Iverson

Name and address:Piselli, Rua PadreJoo Manuel, 1253, http://www.piselli.com.br/

Cuisine:Classic Italian

Price range dinner or 2 without wine:R$200Why go:Great idea for a long

Sunday lunch outside on the terrace, but arrive early as space is limitedoutside. All pastas made on site, myrecommendation would be the tro e al

pesto. Impressive wine list.

Kevin May

Name and address:Ban Kao, R. Manuel

Guedes, 444, Itaim, www.kanbao.com. br Cuisine:Asian ContemporaryPrice range dinner or 2 without wine:R$200Why go:Good Thai food in an

enjoyable, relaxed environment

Melissa Sabella Harkin

Name and address:Carlota, R.Sergipe753, Higienpolis, http://www.carlota.com.br/

Cuisine:ContemporaryPrice range dinner or 2 without wine:R$220Why go:Recognized for her inventive

cuisine, chef Carla Pernambuco presents multicultural recipes thatinclude dishes like the famous mixof rolls composed of rolled duck andVietnamese shrimp with vegetables.

Maureen Kennedy Alves

Name and address:P no Parque,Rua Inhambu 240, Moema, www. penoparque.com.br

Cuisine:ContemporaryPrice range dinner or 2 without wine:R$80

Why go:Go on a sunny afternoon after a walk in Ibirapuera Park or a ride inthe Sunday bike lane. Its a great placeto go with friends or to take the kids.Dont miss the aai bowl or the bananacrepe with doce de leite.

Joe Sherman

Name and address:Weinstube Restaurant,Rua Jose Guerra 130 (located inside

the Club Transatlantico), www.clubtransatlantico.com.br

Cuisine:GermanPrice range dinner or 2 without wine:R$180Why go:There arent many restaurant

options in the southern side of town,and with traf c going to the jardins isfrustrating. The restaurant is located inChcara St. Antonio with easy parking.The Wiener Schnitzer is a thin breaded

pork steak, delicious. There is a good beer selection.

Marlene Rubeiz

Name and address:Kaa (see picture below), Av. Juscelino Kubitcheck 279Vila Olimpia Tel. 3045-0043

Cuisine:Contemporary internationalPrice range dinner or 2 without wine:R$250Why go:Very special, stunning

decoration and creative gourmetcooking

www.kaarestaurante.com.br Name and address:Cantaloup Rua ManuelGuedes 474 Itaim Tel. 3078-3445

Cuisine:Contemporary InternationalPrice range dinner or 2 without wine:R$250Why go:Always interesting food

and tables spaced so you can have aconversation.


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Things weve

missedBy Maureen Kennedy Alves

What I missed:Organic baby ood. My son started on solids this summer

when we were back in the States for six weeks. It was so easy to go pick uploads of organic baby food at WholeFoods and even Target.

What I ound:Emprio da Papinha.This Brazilian company makes

fresh organic baby food for all stages- everything from single fruit to beef with rice and vegetables.

The So Paulo store is located inMoema, but they also deliver. For details, visit

www.emporiodapapinha.com.br.

By Monica Freyre

My tip for those who want to eatwell and cheap is to enroll in Diskcookon their website www.diskcook.com.br or by the phone.

You will receive the Diskcookmagazine with all the restaurants thatthey work with, including PJ Clarkes,Buca La Romana, Antiquarius,Almanara, and many more.

On the website, you will not onlyhave access to each restaurants menu

but also to various forms of paymentand tracking of your order. You canschedule delivery by both phone or online. There is even a section for special offers!

Whenever I am too busy, I have

no time, or I am too lazy to cook, Ialways use Diskcook and it worksexceptionally well.

Members Tip

On the Hunt or BrunchByErnest White II,staf writer

With So Paulo being such anightlife-oriented place, nding

breakfast food after breakfast timecan be a challenge.

The Brazilian Brunch, on theother hand, gets going all over townafter about 11am and can often lastthe whole day, es pecially when thatSaturday-afternoon Brazilian feast of stewed meats, beans, and cachaa feijoada is involved.

A few places in town serve up thishearty phalanx of avors along withgood old-fashioned bacon and eggs.

St-Etienne, at the corner of AlamedaLorena and Rua Jos Eugnio deLima in Jardins, offers a stomach-lling all-you-can-eat spread for

just R$33, featuring a barrage of breakfast pastries and breads to gowith your feijoada.

The place is a favorite withforeigners and Brazilians alike, andcan get packed once the previousnights partiers have rousedthemselves.

Other French- avored breakfastspots include Itaims St-Honor, withits sophisticated atmosphere and lineup of tasty pastries and breads, and LeVinboulangerie in Jardins, with moistquiches and other Gallic delectables.Do expect to wait for a table thoughafter 10am or head to the other branchin Itaim which is far less crowded.

If youve got a hankering for

pancakes, two spots ought to x thatapjack fever in a ash: PJ Clarkes and 210 Diner. In Itaim Bibi, PJ Clarkes

the So Paulo offshoot of the NewYork classic serves up scores of

hot, buttery pancakes and waf essoaked in maple syrup from noonuntil 4pm, only on weekends.

Tucked away in Higienpolis210 Diner knows breakfast food.Modeled on the iconic Americaneateries, the diner scrambles upa heaping variety of egg dishesto go alongside that short stack:scrambled, sunny side up, poached,with bacon, with salmon, with

sausage. Num num!For AM comfort food, Rothko is

the only way to go. Located in VilaMadalena and with an internationally-infused menu, Rothko serves brunchfrom noon until 5pm, featuring theartery-hardening Fools Gold Loaf

based on a sandwich Elvis used towolf down back in the day: hollowed-out bread stuffed with peanut butter,

jelly, and bacon.If thats not lling enough, go hard

on the lard at OMalleysin Jardins alittle bit of Ireland in Brazil with thefull blown Celtic breakfast, including

baked beans, thatll put you back to bed. Bom appetite!

210 Diner Rua Par 210, Higienpolis,3661-1219, www.210diner.com

Le Vin Alameda Tiet 184, Jardins,3063-1094, www.levin.com.br

OMalleys Alameda It 1529, Jardins,3086-0780, www.omalleysbar.net

PJ Clarkes Rua Dr. Mrio Ferraz 568,Itaim Bibi, 3078-2965,www.pjclarkes.com.br

Rothko Rua Wisard 88, VilaMadalena, 3032-4295

St-Etienne Alameda JoaquimEugnio de Lima 1417, Jardins,3885-0691,

www.santaetienne.com.br

St-Honor Rua Pais de Arajo 185,Itaim Bibi, 3071-2932,www.sthonore.com.br


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So Paulo - World Capital o Cuisine

There is not a single reason for visiting So Paulo, but rather thereare many. This city offers endlessattractions of different kinds. So Paulois included among the internationalcapital cities offering luxury,entertainment, and cuisine. Visitingthis city means immersing oneself

in a world of cultures, religions, andtastes. Undoubtedly, So Paulo is ahigh-quality tourist attraction. Thiscity combines glamour, re nement,excitement, and a lot of attractionssatisfying even the most demanding

person. So Paulo means urban tourism.Culture and vanguard constitute the sunand beach of this city.

Having all this in mind plus the factthat this months issue is about food, Icould not suggest any other place for you to visit but our own hectic SoPaulo.

Our incredibly fast paced city is

considered the WorldCapital City of Cuisine. Itscafes and restaurants offer awide range of national andinternational dishes. SoPaulo is a real paradise for those loving good cuisine.It has more restaurantsthan Paris or London,with a vast gastronomicoffer. This city is deemed

to be one of the biggestgastronomic centers allover the world. A network of thousands of restaurantsoffers Brazilian typical

dishes as well as international dishes.Therefore, when So Paulo residents goout, they always go to restaurants: after going to the theater or cinema or beforegoing dancing or shopping. And that iswhy its hard to tell you where to go...there are some many good wonderfully

tasty options.But Ill try:

D.O.M. Alex Atala is a

Brazilian chef andone of the mostrecognized chefs in theworld. His restaurant,D.O.M., has also beenconsidered the 7th bestrestaurant in the worldand the best of SouthAmerica, accordingto the San Pellegrino

list of the Worlds 50 Best Restaurants2011. www.domrestaurante.com.br

So Paulo Restaurant WeekEvery year So Paulo promotes 2

editions of Restaurant Week with over 230 restaurants and estimated audienceof 600,000 people. It is de nitely oneof the most important gastronomicevents the world. The special menuswith starter, main course and dessert

are be offered at R$ 31.90 for lunchand R$ 43.90 for dinner (drinks, serviceand appetizers not included). www.restaurantweek.com.br

MercadoA must go place for tourists from

all over Brazil and other countries,the Mercado Municipal de So Paulo(Municipal Market of So Paulo) isone of the most traditional gourmet

points of the city. And must really be.

ByMelissa Harkin, AmSoc member


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At Mercado, as it is affectionatelyknown by the locals, you can nd awide variety of foods from freshvegetables and fruits to meat, poultry

and seafood of all kinds, pasta,sweets and top of the line spicesfrom different parts of the world.

Not to mention its Gourmet Lounge,which offers the opportunity to trytasty dishes while enjoying thearchitectural beauty of Mercado.Designed by architect FranciscoRamos de Azevedo in 1926,Mercado was opened on January25, 1933. The stained glass windows

were created by the Russian artistSorgenicht Conrad Filho, famousfor his works at S Cathedral inSo Paulo and other 300 Brazilianchurches. In all, 32 panels aresubdivided into 72 beautiful stainedglass windows. The building whichoccupies an area of 12,600 squaremeters of built area, on TamanduateRivers bank - employs more than1,500 people, which together handleabout 450 tons of food per day inits more than 290 boxes. Hours of operation: Monday through Saturday

from 6 am to 6 pm. and Sundays andholidays from 6 am to 4 pm. Howto get there: Mercado is on Ruada Cantareira, 306, near Rua 25 de

Maro and Parque Dom Pedro. If going by subway, get off at Luzor So Bento subway stations(blue line).

o Bar do Man - Must Visit!Have a hot bologna sandwichwith melted cheese. Its to diefor!

o Fruit Salads - they are allover the place and are served withcondensed milk on top. OMG!

o Cod- sh pastel - a must try!o Pineapple slices - the

sweetest pineapples Ive ever tasted in my life!

BurgersWhat is life without burgers? If

you want to try So Paulo style huge burgers, there are a few options: NewDog (My favorite! Try their x-saladawith green mayonnaise! And trytheir french fries with some of their green mayonnaise as well) www.newdog.com.br; Chico Hamburguer

(Best banana split in town!) www.chicohamburger.com.br; The Fifties(Best onion rings you can nd! Trytheir Pic Burguer) www.the fties.com.br.

Like I said, there are countlessoptions of where to go, what toeat and, the best thing is, it doesntmatter what you are hungry for atnoon or at 2 a.m., because So Paulohas everything to offer, any day of the week, any time of day.

So, enjoy and bon apptit!


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There you are, inside your house.Maybe youre tired after a full day of work, or anxious about the whereaboutsof your children, or maybe even sittingdown to your favorite TV show. So, youstroll towards the kitchen. And there itis: luminous, elegant, sacred. I presentto you: the refrigerator.

When Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarincoined the expression you are what

you eat in 1825, he was referring tothe pleasures of a good meal: Foodis not only nourishment for the body,

but also encompasses distraction,consolation, and union. We sit down atthe table for reasons that extend beyond

pure nutrition, including sharing amoment with friends, participating inceremonies, and even exploring newcultures.

In the 1950s however the taste of a good meal was obscured by the

discovery that excess fat damagedhealth. Meat, dairy, and carbohydratesare all responsible culprits.

So here you are staring at the food onyour plate at lunch - wondering if your arteries will nally clog with another spoonful of feijoada or if it would bea wiser choice to avoid your fth cupof beer. If indeed we are what we eat itis important to have a balanced diet in

both quality and quantity.Maintaining this balance is not an

easy feat. However you are not theonly one struggling: The worlds most

beloved cat, Gar eld, has an insatiable

appetite for lasagna. Mauricio deSouzas character, Magali, cannotcontrol her desire for food. Even theepic Friends gure, Joey, embodiesgluttony through his cravings for meatball subs.

Some people drink coffee fromthe very minute they trudge into thekitchen wearing comfortable pajamasto the nal minute they pull on those

pajamas before going to bed. Othershave learned calorie tables better thanthey know their multiplication tables.

Food has been used by many peopleas a cure-all to their problems. Wenow know that any form of stress isa driving force that pushes people toeat, eat, and eat. These silent battlesare fought with sharp forks and ruggedknives. In response to repressedfeelings, one engages in combat witha chocolate Easter bunny and savagely

bites its head off. People continuallyself medicate with chunky candy barsor luscious pieces of cake, beyond thevery feeling of ultimate satisfaction.

Once such habits are rmlyestablished, it is no longer a simplematter of just saying no since one scoopof dessert really never seems enough.

And this is where the addiction canstart. For years, experts have scoffedat the idea that one could be addictedto something as banal as ice creamor chips. But with the recent advanceof technology, medical scans haverevealed striking similarities in the

brain chemistry of drug addicts andunceasing overeaters. People with thisdiagnosis have been accused of lackingwill power. But research by the U.S.Department of Energys Brookhaven

National Laboratory in New York suggests that they lack adequate

brain receptors for dopamine instead.Dopamine is the chemical that activatesthe brains motivation system, that

triggers that pleasing aah response,that which would restrain overeatersfrom going to the fridge and gulpingdown leftovers.

It has been proven that, out of the tenfatal diseases that affect most people inthe world, ve are directly associated toa bad diet: obesity, heart attack, stroke,diabetes, and cancer- particularly breastcancer, prostate cancer, and intestinalcancer. And you do not need to be acompulsive frequenter of thinning spas

to realize that a healthy and regulateddiet makes the organism work better:Your breath immediately improves,your hair becomes silkier, your skintakes on a rosy complexion. You evennd the energy to wake up earlier to gofor a walk.

We all know we should reduce portions to healthy sizes and contents -easy in theory, hard in practice!

Since we can now add food to the longlist of ercely addictive substances likealcohol and nicotine, shouldnt everyfood package now also come with anage warning and legal disclaimer?

Just One More Scoop... Is Food Your Weakness?ByIsabella Freyre


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Spending most of my life in coastalcities (Los Angeles and Salvador,Bahia), I have had a lot of good andfresh sea food.

Living in So Paulo was then achallenge but I have discovered thateven here you can nd good sh: If you are looking for the freshestsh then you should visitCEASP on Saturday or Sunday

from early morning until noon.Since there is very little traf con these days it becomes aneasy drive from most places.

The top sh you will ndare Garoupa, Pescada Amarelo,Robalo, Vermelho, Badejo andmany others.

I dont buy lets because Ilike to see the sh before it islleted. I pick a large sh (4-7kg), notice that its body is rm, scales

glossy, eyes not sunken and gills red.Then I ask them to let it and ask for the head and spine which can be usedto make sh stock. Calculate that about60% of the sh is let. You can ndfresh shrimp, mussels, octopus, crabmeat, and sometimes lobster (makesure it is alive). While you are havingyour sh cleaned, buy your fruits andvegetables. You can get a supermarketcart to use while you are doing your shopping. This is the best and cheapestto buy quality seafood in the city.

You can also buy quite good shat Hortifrutti (Natural da Terra) but

is considerably more expensive. Themarkets have seafood counters too butthink how far the sh needs to travelto get to the market so it would be mylast choice. In general, if the seafoodcounter smells then the seafood is notfresh!!

What about having sh and seafood

in restaurants? Many restaurants buyfrozen which is ok and cover withsauces so the taste is in the sauce. Ihave tried many seafood specialtyrestaurants in So Paulo (of course, notall) and would like to recommend thetwo that I like best for delicious freshseafood. Rufnos which is located onMario Ferraz but originally in Guarujahas decades of success. Pleasantambiance, although sometimes alittle noisy and hectic especially onSaturday and Sunday lunch. You canchoose your sh by size according tohow many people will be eating, then

choose the way it is to be preparedfor you, grilled, baked or in salt crust.Their octopus and shrimp preparedHungarian style is memorable. Their

prices are fair considering the qualityalthough not inexpensive.Right now however, my very favorite

seafood restaurant is the newPorto Rubaiyat on Rua Amauriin Itaim. Elegant but cozy

ambiance, you feel you reallywent someplace special for lunch or dinner. Try the excellentgrilled sh and the box(caixa) which is a selection of grilled shrimp, octopus, lobster and whatever other seafood inseason is available. Portionsare large so bring your appetite.

No need to order a rst course.The couvert is spectacular,

dont miss it. There is a live lobster

tank from which to choose yours to begrilled or prepared as you wish. Both places are in the same price range. Allin all you wont be disappointed witheither restaurant. Enjoy!!!

Porto RubaiyatRua Amauri, 225, ItaimTel. 3077-1111www.restauranteportorubaiyat.com.br

RufnosRua Dr. Mrio Ferraz, 377, ItaimTel. 11 3078-6301www.ru nositaim.com.br

Fish, Anyone?ByMarlene Rubeiz, AmSoc board member

Fellowship Community Church The Welcome Place since 1921

Phone (11) 3253-7609 www.fellowship.com.br

Sundays 09:00 am - Walking in Faith Classes (English and Portuguese)

10:30 am Worship Service (English only)

06:00 pm Culto em portugus

Conveniently located on Rua Carlos Sampaio, 107 Bela VistaJust a block and a half from the Brigadeiro Metro sta on on the Avenida Paulista


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Scouts Sa ety

SymposiumEver wonder what the emergency

phone numbers are in So Paulo?Or, how to protect your homeagainst burglary, re and electricalaccidents? Want to know moreabout rst aid remedies for accidentsthat occur in the home?

The Graded Boy Scouts plan to provide answers to these questionsand much more during their

December 3rd Safety Symposiumat Graded.

In addition to information boothsthe scouts will put on skits toillustrate the key safety themes. Besure to participate in the drawingfor great safety items. Participationin the Symposium will be free andtake place during the AmSoc LittleLeague Awards Bar-B-Que.

Date: Saturday, December 3rd

Time: 9:30am to 12:00pmLocation:Graded School Student Center Participation:Everyone is welcome!Money: Free!

Where: Grand Caff restaurant -Grand Hyatt So PauloWhen: Thursday, November 24 from7:30pm to 11:00pmDinner for R$ 95 per person (notincluding beverages)

American Society members enjoya 25% discount (membership IDrequired).

Highlights of the festive buffetinclude a turkey carving stationand traditional dishes such as RoastTurkey Breast with Cranberry sauceand Roast Ham with Pineapple, plusa selection of desserts, including theclassic Pumpkin Pie.

Reservations: 11 - 2838 3203.

Thanksgiving at the Hyatt

One of the American Societys biggest events is coming up thisSaturday, November 5, at ChapelSchool.

The Angel Party is a Christmas party for 220 of the childrenwhich the American Society helpssupport year round. This years

party promises to be exciting, withtrained dogs, candy sculpture, a

performance by an internationallyfamous teen idol (or someone wholooks like him!), lots of food andlots of fun.

Space is limited for volunteers.If youd like to help at the party,contact Guadalupe Alas [email protected].

If youd like to donate to the event,we still need help, including cashfor a few gift bags for children.

If youd like to donate R$325 to

sponsor one of the few remainingchildren, contact Sue BanmanSileci at [email protected] or EileenTasso at [email protected].

We hope to see you there, wearingred and ready to have fun!

Dont Miss the

Angel Party


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Its unlikely that most people wouldconnect the dots between actor LorenzoLamas, author JD Salinger, and racinglegend Dale Earnhardt, Jr. Even moredif cult to tie together are DonaldTrump, former New York Yankeesowner George Steinbrenner, and babyfood mogul Daniel Gerber. Infact, all six of these seeminglydifferent people have one keything in common that, most likely,

contributed to their success intheir respective professions: allattended a military school.

For many parents, the termmilitary school elicits imagesof uncooperative childrenin barracks waiting to betransformed into rule-abiding,respectable young adults. Infact, todays military schoolsare much different from thosein our grandparents day. One main

difference is that many of these schoolsare now coeducational and featurecollege-preparatory curriculums.

Military academies today focus oncollege preparation, says GretchenHerbst, Director of Admission atAdmiral Farragut Academy in Florida.Our goal is to educate students to

become well-rounded, self-con dent,independent thinkers ready to succeedin college.

Max Brooks, Director of Admissionat St. Johns Military School in Kansasfeels that military schools offer many

bene ts to adolescents: I believetodays military school environment ismuch more supportive, encouraging,understanding, and nurturing, saysBrooks. This is representative of thelessons in leadership that the schoolsare striving to impart.

Another common misperception isthat students attending military schoolsare doing so as a rst step towards

joining the military. The reality is

that few students actually continue inmilitary service upon graduation fromthese schools, dispelling the myth thatall military schools exist to churn out thenext batch of service men and women.

Why, then, would a student chooseto study in one of these academies if they dont have hopes of ying jets andsteering ships?

According to Cristhina Starke,Director of International Admissionat Wentworth Military Academy in

Missouri, families choose military

schools for many different reasons,including a desire to develop leadershipskills and improve self-esteem.

I have seen many students gain self-control and mature in ways that oftentimes exceed the expectations of their

parents and even themselves, saysStarke. The military approach placesa larger emphasis on teamwork whichgives them the foundation necessary toexcel in any eld they might pursue.For those students with a genuinedesire to pursue a military career,these schools can certainly serve as anappropriate stepping stone towards thatgoal.

There is certainly no obligation,nor any suggestion for that matter,that graduates enlist in military serviceupon graduation from our school, saysBrooks. However, a military school

background can serve graduates withadditional opportunities and bene ts for those interested in a military career.

In addition to the college preparatory

curriculum offered by these schools,many offer a signi cant amount of extracurricular activities and leadershipopportunities for their students.Since most military schools feature a

boarding component, students have theopportunity to gain independence andlearn responsibility.

Beyond learning leadership skills,students experience a vast array of sports, electives, and community

projects, says Herbst. This all takes place in a diverse setting amongdedicated faculty and staff, manyof whom live on campus.

Though military schools have

changed dramatically, the focusof most has remained the same:educating young people andencouraging development of leadership abilities, self-esteem,and responsibility. The type of student who would be best served

by a military school is no longer a rebellious, aggressive, and self-destructive adolescent.

According to Brooks, Amilitary school is the correct choice for

a young person that may be squandering potential, requiring additional levelsof structure and discipline to uncover their innate abilities.

Starke echoes these sentiments and believes families value the experience provided to their children by militaryschools.

Many parents and former studentshave shared with me how grateful theyare for the changes they have seen intheir childrens lives, says Starke.The structure and discipline that theyreceived at our school has becomeingrained in the students.

Kristina L. Dooley is the founder of Estrela Consulting, an Independent Educational Consulting frm helping families navigate the college and boarding school search processes. A

former college and boarding school admission counselor, Kristina enjoys

sharing her behind the scenes tipswith families embarking on this exciting

experience. Kristina is a former AMSOC member now living in Buenos Aires and can be reached via email at [email protected] or online at www.EstrelaConsulting.com.

At Ease! A Military School Primer or ParentsByKristina L. Dooley


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American-Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Heloisa Garman, Psy.D. U.S.-licensed ClinicalPsychologist (covered by U.S. health insur-ance). Bilingual, with extensive private practicein Chicago and former therapist at the FamilyInstitute at Northwestern Uni. Treats individu-als, couples, and families. Specialized in anxi-ety, depression, cultural issues, and adjustmentdisorders. Call Dr. Garman at (11)7179-9723 or 3898-2330 or send an e-mail [email protected].

Airline ticket from USA to Brazil and

from Brazil to USA

Wholesaler, lowest price, lower than internet.Travel agents welcome. 24 years in business.Call Discover Brazil Tours , tel: So Paulo(011) 3042-7400, USA 1 (800) 524-3666 or 1 (305)-382 9443, or visitwww.discoverbraziltours.com or e-mail:[email protected]

Qualified Housework HIGHWAY intermediates services of: Babysit-ter Cooker Driver Nanny Maid House-keeper Aged-Attendant (Portuguese, Englishand Spanish speaking) For more informationcall us: (11) 3311-6971 or contact us:[email protected]

For Sale -

2008 GM ZAFIRA EXPRESSION

2.0 Flex engine automatic (mint condition),ABS, airbag, alarm, on board computer, cruisecontrol, digital air conditioner, power steering,antivandalism insul lm protection. 7 seats,

78.000 KM, single owner, all maintenance doneat dealer, new brakes, tires, oil change with l -ter, kept in covered garage. Price R$ 41.000,00.Please contact Eileen Tasso 11-5644 5482 (h)

Personal Trainer

I will come to your home, of ce, or workout fa -cility and create an exercise/ tness program tai -lored to your health concerns, tness goals, andschedule. For adults and children, individualsor groups. Sessions in English, Spanish, or Por-tuguese. For more information please contactDaniela Franco at (11) 9739-6191 or [email protected].

Argos Dog Kennel Traveling? What about your dog? Argos Kennel

Hotel could be his second home in the coun-try. Food, water, and shelter with lots of loveand personal care. No lonely kennel for him,

but our home and the freedom of a spaciousgarden. Fetch and carry service. English andFrench spoken. Call Jean or Christiane at (11)4661-1430 or (11) 7143-0837 or send an e-mailto [email protected]. Embu Guau, SP.

Math and Science Tutor

Former Graded and Chapel teacher, with 25-years experience, tutors Math, Physics, Chemis-try, and Science for all levels, including but not

limited to the IB, IGCSE, SAT-I & II, AP andBrazilian vestibular. Elementary and middleschool students are also welcome (all subjects).Call Fernando Knijnik at (11) 9134-6700.

American-Licensed Expat Psychologist

Richard Morhaime, Psy.D., offers skilled psy-chotherapy for children and adults. He also pro-vides complete diagnostic evaluations in Eng-lish for children with academic or behavioraldif culties, featuring individualized recommen -dations for school and home. For more infor-mation, contact Dr. Morhaime at 5538-0099 or

9669-8057 or visitwww.expatpsychologist.com.br

American-Licensed Psychotherapist

In this busy and ever-changing world, people of-ten feel stressed and overwhelmed with no placeto turn. Psychotherapy/counseling can provide asafe place to receive professional guidance andsupport. Brief or longer-term therapy offereddepending on your needs, goals and expecta-tions. Services: individual, couples, child/ado-lescent. Certi ed to conduct Adoption HomeStudy for American Citizens. Contact: PamelaWax, MSW/LCSW at 5051-5988 or 9656-2106or send an e-mail to [email protected]. Lo-cated in Moema.

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Housing

Furnished apartment for rent

Vila Nova Conceio. So Paulos Best placeto live. Near Ibirapuera Park. Modern buildingwith sports facilities, heated swimming pool,three bedrooms (one suite), a living room withterrace, complete kitchen, maids bedroom and

bathroom, big service area, two parking spaces.Fully furnished with all appliances. Call Alex or Eliane at (11) 3849-7085 or (11) 8635-7788, or send an e-mail to [email protected].

Looking for apartments

Looking for furnished, fully equipped apart-ments in So Paulo. Offer management, pro-motion, purchasing, remodeling and decorationservices for your property. We will rent your at to foreign tourists & executives visiting thecity looking for alternative accommodations.Highly experienced specialized internationalgroup. Contact: Paola B. de Estrada 9210-2201,

[email protected] or www.apartmentssp.com

Luxury house on the beach in

Juquehy SP

For Sale- Located at 100 m of the sea. 3rd oor :of ce and Space Zen - view of the mountains.2nd oor: 2 suites and 2 rooms, large bathroom.Ground oor: TV room, dining room, kitchen,restroom, service area. Recreation area: heated

pool, balcony and lounge gourmet (barbecueand wood stove). House decorated and fur-nished by an architect. Contact-11 75474211 or 11 50529730 r213 Adriana

Apartment for rent near Graded

Apartment for rent/sale: Lovely duplex for fam-ily moving to So Paulo. 2 blocks from GradedSchool, hardwood oors, designer kitchen,

plenty of natural light, ready to move in. Pleasecontact Jessica at 11-6076-3263. Also have oth-er apartments in the Morumbi/ Panamby region.English and Spanish spoken.Imoveis no Panamby.

A classi ed o up to 350 characters costsR$55 or AmSoc members and R$80 onon-members. To place a classi ed pleasecall (11) 5182-2074 rom 8:30 a.m. unti1 p.m., or send an e-mail [email protected].

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Learn more about this months AmSoc events (highlighted) at www.AmSoc.com.br.Important Dates : 2 F InaDos (Br), 15 r epuBlIc s Day (Br), 24 t hanksgIvIng (us)November 2011

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Friday,Saturday,Sunday

The In ernal Comedy Drama with one actor, two sopranos and an orchestra, with John Malkovich, LauraAkin, Aleksandra Zamojska and Orchester Wiener Akademie. Dir. Martin Haselbock.Written and directed by Michael Sturminger. At Theatro Municipal, 9, 8 or 5 pm.

05 Saturday Xmas Angel Party Espao Rosa Rosarum R. Francisco Leito, 416 (Pinheiros)For more in ormation visit www.standrews.com.br

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Saturday,Sunday

AmSoc So tball Season Mini-Tournament to be held at CT Yakult in Ibiuna, rom 9 am to 5 pm. Please contact John Kennedy at [email protected] or visit www.amsoc.com.br or moredetails.

12 Saturday Pickup Games Mini-Tournament at Graded School, rom noon to 4 pm. Please contact John Kennedyat [email protected] or visit www.amsoc.com.br or more details.

18 Friday 6th Munro / Challenge Gol Cup

American Society vs St. Andrew Society At Guarapiranga Gol Cup (Estrada do Jaceguava, s/n - Parelheiros). So hurry and RSVP to [email protected] or call5182-2074. We need your name, phone, e-mail, handicap index and the team thatyoull play at. Time and price will be defned!

19 Saturday Thanksgiving

Celebration

At Graded School, rom 11 am to 4 pm. There will be activities or children, vendors

selling a variety o goods, and o course Thanksgiving Dinner.

19 Saturday International Wives o Brazilians: Pinacoteca

Visit to the Pinacoteca, So Paulos best museum! Some will meet or lunch at noonbe ore the visit, but it is optional. From 2 pm or the museum visit.

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Saturday,Sunday

AmSoc So tball Season At CT Yakult, in Ibiuna, rom 9 am to 5 pm. Please contact John Kennedy at [email protected] or visit www.amsoc.com.br or more details.


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Food or ThoughtByMaureen Kennedy Alves,AmSoc board member

Thanksgiving is hands down myfavorite American holiday. Its all thehoopla of Christmas family, friends,food, good wine without all theheadache of holiday shopping andcrowds.

Although its a day when weresupposed to give thanks, I have toadmit, that has never really been high

on my agenda except for maybe right before Thanksgiving dinner, when myfather always insists that we go aroundthe table and say at least one thing thatwere thankful for.

But this year, for some reason Ive been giving extra thought to the thankful part. Maybe because Ive really come to believe that the thoughts we think haveas much effect on our health as the foodwe put in our bodies. And lately, Ive

been indulging in some not-so-good-for-me mental junk food.

Most of these thoughts, to be honest,have been about adjusting to life inSo Paulo. Sure, no matter where youare, you have good days and bad days

an adage that is especially true whenyou are living in a foreign country. Infact, a Portuguese teacher once told meadjusting to life abroad looks like theletter M, meaning lots of ups and downs.But what I noticed is that, at times, itseasier for me to focus on the down parthere, whether I am stuck in a traf c jam

on Faria Lima, breathing in car fumeswhile walking to the park, or trying toget a handle on my Portuguese.

Since I know Im not leaving SoPaulo any time soon, I thought about

what I could do to change mymindset. Because I can tellyou that focusing on what I donot like about this city gets menowhere. Except maybe morefrustrated.

Then my husband remindedme of something I told himwhen he was going through hisown adjustments as a Brazilianliving in New York City. And

that is that contentment is thehighest form of happiness.Which I take to mean that whenit comes to happiness, it really

doesnt matter where we are, what wehave, or even what were doing. Whatmatters it the attitude we bring to eachmoment. Do I want to ght the things Idont like about So Paulo or do I wantto accept where I am right now andmake the most of it?

And that brings me back to

Thanksgiving. One of the best wayswe can get content is to give thanksfor what we do have. Its the oppositeof indulging in mental junk food; itsmore like feasting on a meal that leavesyou satiated and energized. With that inmind, Im going to take a cue from mydad and share with you what Im mostthankful for this Thanksgiving.

I am thank ul that I am raising my child in Brazil.Yes, childcare is very affordable

here. But its not just that. My gratitudestarted the moment I arrived in Brazilsix months pregnant. Gone were thedays of standing in lines anywhere. Andonce the baby was born? Wow. All thecooing and fussing that people did itwas enough to make me think my babycould be Americas Next Top Model.

I am thank ul that I am not in the United Statesor the run-up to the 2012 election.

Oh my goodness. Democrat.Republican. I dont care which side of

the political fence you stand on. Themudslinging and nger-pointing from both parties is almost unbearable. Imglad that I dont have to read about itif I choose not to, let alone see it on the

news every night.

I am thank ul or mangoes.Yes, thats right. Mangoes. Before

moving to Brazil, I had never reallyeaten a mango. I mean I had eaten amango, but theres a big difference

between a mango from the supermarketin the States and a fresh mango fromthe local feira. Its total bliss. And whoknew there were so many varieties?

I am thank ul or So Paulo weather.Although its raining for the fourth

day in a row as I write this, I reallylove the weather in So Paulo. Itscold enough in the winter to feel thechange of seasons, but good riddance tofreezing winds and temperatures belowzero. Not to mention, summer is justaround the corner.

So, there you have it. A quick list of

things Im most thankful for this holidayseason. Why not write your own? Asidefrom turkey and pumpkin pie, it may beexactly what your body is craving.

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