Italy’s Echo in Argentina: Politics & Fashion
If Argentina was psychoanalyzed it might be uncovered that its almost constant state of political turmoil has its roots in Italy. Parallels can easily be drawn between Italy’s perennial game of …
Lunfardo: The Dirty Slang of Buenos Aires
Lunfardo is a jargon of about 5,000 words that emerged among the lower classes in Buenos Aires in the second half of the 19th century. The slang first grew out …
Argentinismos: Weird Spanish Words Found Only in Argentina
Argentina was isolated from other Spanish speaking countries in its early history. This resulted in there being some vocabulary that is unique to the country (that even native Spanish speakers …
¿Spanish? ¿Castellano? Unique Characteristics of Argentine Spanish
Those who come to Argentina to learn the language will find that its interpretation of the Spanish language is every bit as unique as the country itself. Visitors quickly discover …
Patatas Bravas — Vegetarian Eatery
Editor’s note: The restaurant is closed. For a vegetarian lunch in microcentro, go no further than Patatas Bravas on Suipacha. This little gem is organic, but not strictly vegetarian. It …
Dadá: International Cuisine Downtown
Nestled away on San Martin street, not far from the bustle of Florida Street, lies the refreshingly eclectic Dadá, a nice option for a drink or a meal in the …
Once and Abasto: Shopping, Culture & Tango
Once and Abasto are two sections of Balvanera, a bustling neighborhood just a short subway ride west of Microcentro. The predominantly working-class area is a refreshing — if somewhat chaotic …
Home Hotel: A Stylish Boutique Hotel in Palermo
Home Hotel in Palermo Viejo is a popular hotel and brunch destination. See the hotel and meet the Irish-Argentine, Patricia O’Shea who owns the hotel with her husband, Tom Rixton. …
Getting a Haircut in Buenos Aires
If you need a haircut in Buenos Aires and, like us, think beauty comes from within, no problem. You can just pop into any of the many barbershops or salons …
Five Cool Rooms: Palermo Boutique Hotel on a Budget
Five Cool Rooms is a boutique hotel in Palermo Soho that is so assured of its own coolness that it’s not worried about catching your attention from the street. In …