Among the mythical dive bars of Buenos Aires is San Telmo’s enduring Bar Británico. The corner bar facing Parque Lezama first opened in 1928 as ‘La Cosechera’ (The Harvester). From the beginning it was a gathering place for English World War I veterans and railroad workers who lived in the area. It wasn’t long before […]
Archives for December 2010
MALBA: Modern Masters Showcased in Buenos Aires
With an impressive permanent collection and a continuous stream of new and exciting temporary exhibitions, the Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires (MALBA) should be at the top of the museum list for art lovers visiting Argentina’s capital. Since its founding in 2001, The Latin American Art Museum of Buenos Aires has dedicated itself […]
The Historic San Telmo Market
One-Stop Shopping, San Telmo Style Whether you’re looking for a vintage leather coat, an old Elvis record or fresh produce to cook up for dinner, a trip to San Telmo isn’t complete without taking a stroll through the Mercado de San Telmo. Located between the streets of Defensa, Bolívar, Estados Unidos and Carlos Calvo, the […]
Porteño Corner: Cartonero, Jonatan Duran
Jonatan Duran Cartonero (Garbage recycler) Age: 24 Resides: Villa Fiorito Q: You’re from Villa Fiorito, where Diego Maradona is from. What is it like? It’s peaceful. I like it. My mom and sister live there too. I think it’s nice but other people go running […]
La Vuelta a Los Valles: A Scenic Drive through Salta
Lunar landscapes, big skies, proud cacti, enchanting wine vineyards, kaleidoscopic color palettes: La Vuelta a los Valles Calchaquíes is a drive through Salta that highlights the beauty of this northern Argentine province. The province’s capital city of Salta offers a comfortable point of embarkation to the quaint provincial pueblos, Cafayate and Cachi. Visit both […]
