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28Mar-11
Rio de Janeiro Video

When I was returning from our vacation in Frade back to Rio de Janeiro, there was a song on the CD called “Rio de Janeiro”. As I was driving, it made me think of all the things that I love about Rio de Janeiro. I decided to put together a video of all those things and then I put the song as the background music for the video.

This was a fun project but I struggled with finding the best video software to do it. My prior videos I had been using Camtasia Studio, but I wanted HD and my version did not support HD. So I downloaded trials of Sony Movie Studio, and Corel Video Studio Pro. Both of them had their flaws and it made certain things quite difficult. Finally, I tried Microsoft MovieMaker which is 100% free. Prior versions were kind of clunky, but the latest version has some very cool effects. Watch it in full screen mode. Let me know what you think. Read More
19Mar-11
Diving in Frade


We just got back from a great vacation at Frade during Carnaval. It is great for running because there are mountains that come straight up to the ocean. But one of the most enjoyable things is to rent a boat and go swimming. Off the coast of Frade are over 300 little islands. It is a snorkeling and diving paradise. Here is a video we took of a few of the dives. I literally can dive and swim with the fishes for hours on end.

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15Dec-10
Cashew Rabbit

Here is my personal variation on a Chinese favorite, Cashew Chicken. Instead of chicken, I used rabbit, and it turned out awesome. I like to put a little red pepper to bring out the favor. So here’s the latest in my cooking video series. Enjoy. Read More
26Nov-10
Ground Beef and Tofu

Here’s another family favorite. The tofu gives the dish a nice light flavor, and it it is served in a rather soupy sauce. This goes great over white steamed rice. The kids in my family love it too. Hopefully, Teddy and Jesse will grow up to love this dish. Additionally, this is truly a home style recipe and it is not commonly found in even the most authentic recipes. A similar recipe found in some restaurants is called Ma Pa Tofu, but the difference is that my recipe is not spicey. This video is also a little different because I am using Camtasia Studio instead of Windows MovieMaker which I have now sworn off. Read More
25Oct-10
Chinese Steamed Fish

Here is an awesome recipe that I make probably at least once a week. It is really fast and easy and it turns out delicious. Some people say that the absolute best way to eat a fish is steamed. I agree. The fish turns out so tender and light.

In Brazil, I use a fish called Namorado which means “boyfriend” in Portuguese. In the US, I usually use sea bass which is about the same size as namorado and also the same white flakey meat. Chinese style fish almost always includes the head and the tail. You can also do the same recipe with fish filets but you just need to steam it a little less time.

After it is done, just served it with steamed rice and it is ready to go. Here’s a quick tip. One of the absolute best parts of the fish is the cheek which is right behind the gill. Enjoy. Read More