This was not hard, but I consider we both did not choose the person who would have actually made us cultural shock. Melany and I just met this semester, but after getting into groups we actually found out that we liked the same things, even though we are not from the same cultural background our countries are neighbors and believe we have several things in common. Even after choosing each other we were confused on where to take each other so we decided to do what makes us similar, but never done in a different way that is not our original culture or our adopted culture. B. Describe the experience. Melany picked me up on a random Tuesday night so I didn’t expect anything crazy it was only a Tuesday, it was a little far not too much, but …show more content…
I’ve never even consider Brazilians had distinguished plate or something they were known for until I figured out they really loved chicken, when I say I underestimated their love for chicken is an understatement. Melany made me try Coracão at first didn’t think much of it, but then I found out Coracão was actually chicken heart so we decided it was only right we took advantage of girls night and we order some liquid courage aka Caipiroskas that are traditionally from Brazil, similar to the Cuban mojito, but this is made with vodka and lime juice. After some drinks I finally decided to try the Coracão that to my surprise was not bad although it was a little chewy and very dry I found it very flavorful. Boteca has live music after 10 pm so we decided to stay and watch the beauty that is Samba dancing, I’m Colombian and we dance to different types of music so I found samba incredible hard is extremely fast passed so whoever is dancing has the amazing ability to follow the beat and fast feet. This was an incredible experience, going to a place that you wouldn’t consider different, but because of the change of culture you see it in a totally different way, the food even the drinks and the dance moves. More than an experience I believe I’m leaving with a friend, we decided that after sharing chicken heart it was only right we became friends and get to learn more about each other’s