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Monocle Columnist Returns to São Paulo After a Decade, From Fasano to Luciana Brito Galeria

opinion-review · 2026-10-18

After a decade away, Tyler Brûlé of Monocle took TAP flight 89 to São Paulo, observing both new developments and enduring features of the city. His arrival was made smooth by Terminal BTG Pactual, which efficiently transfers passengers from plane to vehicle in less than ten minutes. The original Fasano Jardins hotel retains its charm and has not changed. Spot brasserie offers a varied menu, drawing a fashionable crowd. The Fasano group has also introduced the Fasano Tennis Club, which has a waiting list. The Pulso hotel showcases modernist art and has plans for an additional property. Iguatemi mall is set to add a rooftop extension, while Luciana Brito Galeria presents artists in a contemporary space. Emporio Santa Luzia, a century-old grocery store, stands as a cultural landmark. Brûlé has promised further coverage of São Paulo.

Key facts

  • Tyler Brûlé returned to São Paulo after a 10-year gap on TAP flight 89
  • Terminal BTG Pactual at GRU airport moves arriving guests from plane to car in under 10 minutes
  • The original Fasano Jardins hotel was found unchanged after a decade
  • The Fasano Tennis Club is a new urban country club with courts still under construction and a long waiting list
  • Iguatemi mall is planning a rooftop extension with new restaurants and a retail surprise
  • Luciana Brito Galeria occupies a Rino Levi-designed modernist building in a jungle setting
  • Emporio Santa Luzia grocery store just celebrated its 100th anniversary
  • Galeria Metrópole is a multi-level open-air downtown shopping centre with vintage shops and design firms

Entities

Artists

  • Tyler Brûlé
  • Rino Levi
  • Ricardo
  • Isay

Institutions

  • Monocle
  • TAP Air Portugal
  • BTG Pactual
  • Fasano Jardins
  • Spot
  • Fasano Tennis Club
  • Pulso
  • Iguatemi
  • Rodeio
  • Luciana Brito Galeria
  • Le Freak
  • Galeria Metrópole
  • Emporio Santa Luzia
  • Hermès
  • Unesco

Locations

  • São Paulo
  • Brazil
  • Guarulhos
  • GRU Airport

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