All of the hardware stores in the city of Lucena are on the small side, but if you just need…read moresomething small, then this is your best bet here. There are 2 other hardware stores located nearby, and the city has at least 3 more (but they're far away), and Kaique is still the best bet for price and selection. For that reason, it's still my first choice.

"The Master" in English, O Mestre is another of my fairly regular stops for hardware. It is…read morelocated right on the main highway of the city of Cabedelo, and they have their own parking in front, so it's very convenient. The store is like a mini version of Home Depot, with almost everything you need for renovation projects (except lumber or tile). They're never very crowded, but the sales staff could be a little more attentive to their clients and the cashiers could be a little quicker (so it's a lot like Home Depot in that respect). Overall, it's one of the places I do stop to look for the things I need, but it's not the only one. Probably deserves 3 1/2 stars.

This is a very good choice for construction material in the town of Lucena. They have a small…read morehardware store with essential items, but their stock is limited. They also deliver for free, which is nice. This is a family-run business and in a short while, they will greet you by name when you come in. Their prices are comparable with the other hardware/construction stores.

Specialty shops are nothing new, but Brazil really, really likes specialty shops. This store is an…read moreexample of this. Here, they only sell doorknobs, door pulls, door hinges and door locks (really!). Having said that, it's a really good store! They have a great selection and you can find items here in stock that you can't find anywhere else. It's not very large, but it's a place I trust.

Cooking at home?? Heck yes! Let's do this!! Let's dig down deep- read cookbooks, research online,…read moreask our Yelp friends for tips/recipes. Let's COOK some REAL good food at HOME!! No boxed, frozen, pre made stuff. Let's cook REAL food! Visit your local farms, community gardens, meat markets and produce stands. Heck- make friends with your neighbors who have gardens. Better yet- start a garden yourself! Maybe a raised bed, planter boxes or even just a window garden for herbs. Let's do this friends. Cook. Cook at home. Make food for you, your family or maybe even your elderly neighbors who don't have anyone.... Food is love!! Home cooking is from the heart!! Even if you've never cooked- start. Try. There's no failure in trying!