Know Minas Gerais Art, money, mines A journey through Brazil’s mind-blowing Inhotim art park with the eccentric mining tycoon who built it all.
Know Chicago Made in the Midwest An illustrated history of Chicago’s rock scene through the work of artist Jay Ryan.
Know Cuba House of saints Arará, a spiritual practice born in West Africa and carried to the West Indies by enslaved people was hidden for the better part of Cuban history.
Know Cuba Superman of Havana He was famous beyond Cuba’s shores for his mighty endowment, a symbol of an era of sex and sin. But when the revolution came, he disappeared.
Know South Africa South Africa’s tower of dreams Like the city it calls home, this carefully wrought fortress of white privilege had fallen into disrepair and violence before emerging, haltingly, into a more inclusive but uncertain version of itself.
Drink Mexico Can mezcal survive being popular? Local producers are struggling to keep the industry from being taken over by corporate behemoths.
Know Mexico Bourdain, off the cuff: Mexico “Mexico is a country where everyday people fight to live. All too often they lose that battle. A magnificent, heartbreakingly beautiful country.”
Know Myanmar Bourdain, off the cuff: Myanmar “Just as the doors are opening, my crew and I are among the first to record what has been unseen for decades by most of the world.”
Know Minas Gerais The bicyclists of Belo Horizonte Citizens of this Brazilian city unite to create an inclusive, bike-friendly environment.
Know Brazil The cane cutters of Brazil It was on this land that sugarcane became one of the pillars of the Brazilian economy.
