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20/08/2026

Bonjour! 🇫🇷🥧

My grandmother Zuleika, my mother and my aunts have always made this pie, and today I’m sharing this little piece of our family tradition with you. ❤️

🥧 The Lavoisier Pie

I have always loved our family philosophy 😂: nothing is lost, everything is transformed… and somehow, it becomes pie!

This is why we call it The Lavoisier Pie, or TORTA SEM NOME. It can be made with practically any filling: chicken, sardines, vegetables, cheese, minced beef, or all those delicious little things left in the fridge.

For the batter

• 3 eggs
• 1 cup of milk
• Salt to taste
• Plain flour, enough to create a creamy consistency
• Fresh parsley
• A little baking powder

Blend everything together. The batter may turn slightly green because of the parsley. 💚

For the filling

Sauté some onion and add whatever you have available: shredded chicken or sardines, sweetcorn, olives, chopped tomatoes, seasonings and, of course, any delicious leftovers waiting for their second chance! 😂

Make the filling flavourful and creamy.

Grease a baking dish, pour in the batter, gently add the filling and finish with grated cheese or sliced onions on top.

Bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until golden and firm.

- Et voilà! A delicious, creative and economical family pie that will probably never be exactly the same twice… because every time, a new version is born! 😂🥧✨

Nothing is lost. Everything is transformed. And in our family… everything eventually becomes pie! ❤️

23/07/2026

🍣 TALKING ABOUT SUSHI

Essential Vocabulary

🍣 Sushi

🐟 Raw fish

🥢 Nigiri

🌊 Seaweed

🌶️ Wasabi

🫚 Pickled ginger

🥢 Soy sauce

🥑 Avocado

But remember, learning English is much more than memorizing vocabulary.

At Upgrade English School, we help our students develop the English they actually need in real life, combining vocabulary, pronunciation, collocations and natural expressions used by native speakers.

Because fluency isn't built by learning isolated words.

It's built by mastering the details.

✨ Every word matters. Every sound counts.

👇 What's your favorite type of sushi? Describe it in English using at least three expressions from today's lesson!

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16/07/2026

Every word matters. Every sound counts.

At Upgrade English School, we believe true fluency lies in the details—precise pronunciation, rich vocabulary, and confident communication.

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09/07/2026

In professional communication, a short e-mail reply like “NOTED” can feel surprisingly unclear. It may be efficient, yes, but open to interpretation. Does it signal agreement, simple receipt, or something else entirely?
Knowing how to read these moments, and how to respond with clarity and quiet confidence, is a key business skill.
Effective Business English isn’t about saying more, but about saying the right thing: confirming alignment, prompting next steps, or closing the loop politely and professionally. That’s the kind of real-world communication we focus on clear, measured, and purposeful language that supports decisions, builds credibility, and keeps work moving forward.

💎Reading time: 7'

1. First Things First: Clear Acknowledgement

(moving beyond a flat “Noted”)

SAY THIS: "Thanks for confirming." or say...

Understood, appreciate the heads-up.

All right, glad we’re aligned.

Good to know, moving ahead accordingly.

I appreciate the quick acknowledgement.

Thanks, will proceed on that basis.

Noted on my end as well.

All received and recorded.

We’re on the same page, thank you.

Much appreciated.

2. When Precision Is Needed: Clarifying the Message

"Just to clarify, does this mean you’ll handle the next step?" or

Would you mind expanding slightly on your position?

Should I take this as approval to move forward?

Can you confirm if anything further is expected from me?

Could you clarify timelines or expectations here?

Are we still aligned with the original scope?

Should anyone else be looped in?

By “noted”, are we pausing or proceeding?

I’d appreciate a brief confirmation of understanding.

3. Keeping Momentum: Follow-ups and Progress Checks:

"Should I expect an update by end of day?" or...

Just checking in on the status of this item.

Can you share a brief update tomorrow?

Let’s touch base mid-week for progress.

Would you like me to follow up next week?

Circling back in case this was missed.

Can you confirm when ex*****on will begin?

08/07/2026

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13/06/2026

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❤️ Flores encantam.
🍫 Chocolates adoçam.
🇬🇧 O inglês transforma.

Neste Dia dos Namorados, diga:

"I love you."

E demonstre seu amor com um presente que pode durar a vida toda.

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Invista em quem você ama. Invista em oportunidades.

Happy Valentine's Day! 💕

15/08/2025

📖 ⏳🥇Reading of the Day – Upgrade English School
Title: Notes on Money Attitudes in Brazil

In Brazil, the lack of structured financial education has long-term consequences for individuals and the economy. Many people are unfamiliar with concepts such as profit margin, the true cost of credit, and the importance of building a financial safety net. This knowledge gap leaves consumers vulnerable to aggressive marketing strategies and the influence of powerful financial institutions.

Major banks, retailers, the government and media channels create a system that encourages constant spending rather than saving or investing. Credit is promoted as an easy and convenient option, with offers such as “12 instalments without interest” or bonuses for using credit cards. While attractive, these incentives often distract from the fact that excessive credit use can lead to long-term debt and financial instability.

A healthier approach would involve setting aside a fixed portion of income before spending — for example, allocating 50% for essential expenses, 25% for savings, and 25% for investments or a financial buffer. Such a strategy helps create stability for the coming months or even the next year, reducing reliance on credit.

However, in Brazil, the prevailing cultural habit is to spend first and save later. Combined with the constant stream of advertising and the perceived normality of debt, this behaviour reinforces the cycle of dependency on credit. Breaking this cycle requires both individual discipline and broader financial education, helping people view credit as a tool rather than a default way of life.

⏳UES student debate prompt:
1. “Is credit a tool or a trap?”
2. “Should financial education be mandatory in schools?”
Use the following vocabulay in your debate:

⏳Business & Finance Vocabulary Bank

(Use these terms in your debate and group task)

Bank statement – A document showing all transactions in your account.

Equity stake – The percentage of ownership you have in a company.

Shareholder – A person who owns shares in a company.

Market share – The percentage of total sales in a market held by a company.

Receipt – Proof of payment for a purchase.

Interest rate – The percentage charged by a lender for borrowing money.

Interest – The cost of borrowing money or the return on investments.

Savings account – A bank account that pays interest on deposits.

Dividend – A payment made to shareholders from a company’s profits.

Asset – Anything of value that can be owned, such as property or stocks.

Liability – Money that you owe; a financial obligation.

Return on investment (ROI) – The profit made on an investment as a percentage of its cost.

Inflation – The rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises.

Bond – A fixed-income investment representing a loan made by an investor to a borrower.

Stock – A share in the ownership of a company.

⏳Classroom Debate – Upgrade English School

Topic: Is Credit a Tool or a Trap?

- Warm-up Questions

1. In your opinion, what does “financial freedom” mean?

2. How common is it for people in Brazil to live without debt?

3. Do you think credit cards are more useful or more dangerous? Why?

⏳Debate Statements

Choose your position: Agree or Disagree. Be ready to give examples and defend your point of view.

📘“Credit is an essential tool for building wealth.”

📙“Banks and retailers benefit more from people being in debt than from them being financially independent.”

📗“Schools should teach personal finance as a compulsory subject.”

📓“Saving is impossible for most Brazilians due to the cost of living.”

⏳Group Task

In small groups, design a simple 3-step plan for a young professional in Brazil to avoid falling into unnecessary debt. Present your plan to the class.

Your Reading of the Day IS COMPLETE! 📊✅
You're amazing if you have come this Far! 🥳

✈️Book a free demo Business English class on the Topic 'Money', with teacher Marie today -
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21/07/2025

Double trouble? Nah... double love! Two Nicolas in one pic — auntie’s heart can’t handle! 💙💙


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30/04/2025

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