Gastronomy is central to Argentine life. Explore the quirks of Argentina’s culinary customs, its traditional foods and immigrant-influenced cuisine.
Argentina’s most traditional foods date back to the founding of the country and are eaten on its most patriotic holidays. Argentina’s flag waving national holidays fall in the autumn and …
Argentina may seem a bit overwhelming to a vegetarian or vegan tourist, after all its a country famous for its meat, From its history of the ‘gaucho’ cowboys of the …
It’s a daily ritual, a symbol of Argentine identity, and a South American superfood. Yerba mate is Argentina’s official national drink and the country’s second most-consumed beverage after water. Across …
Sizzling steaks, Malbec from Mendoza, cheese-laden pizza and pastries galore — Argentines are proud of their food, from the succulent to the sweet. Local culinary quirks stretch further than just …
Christmas eve in Argentina, is the main day of holiday celebration here and it lands in the midst of the scorching summer. This means that holiday party spreads are heavy …
Don’t know the medialuna from the chocotorta? You’re in the right place — this guide to Argentine desserts is here to help! Medialunas: Sweet Breakfast Croissants Considered a breakfast food, …
Q: What is the ‘cubierto’ charge? What is the ‘cubierto’ charge that shows up on my restaurant bill? Is this a service charge? Am I a jerk if I don’t …
Buenos Aires’ Barrio Chino (that’s Chinatown) may only comprise two city streets, but it’s a bustling commercial area packed with people, restaurants, small shops, and, most notably, supermarkets. The stores …
Empanadas are Argentina’s favorite fast food. These hand-sized pastry parcels are sold almost everywhere across the country and eaten by almost everybody, save the most loyal dieters. Empanadas are chowed …
Argentina has a long tradition of being one of the world’s meat capitals and is famous worldwide for its high-quality, grass-fed beef. Argentines make up the second-largest consumer market for …