Argentines are legendary golosos (dessert lovers), and it’s no different at Christmas, with fruitcakes, nougats and chocolates making the rounds. Pan dulce somehow doesn’t suffer the same bad reputation as its northern counterpart, fruitcake, so it remains an after-dinner or merienda (tea-time) favorite during the holidays. Panettone is a specialized Italian-style citrus flavored bread with […]
The Day of Kings: Argentina’s Christmas Finale
The Day of Kings (El Día de los Reyes Magos) on January 6, marks an exciting end to the Christmas season for children in Argentina. Though the summer Christmas in Argentina is more about food and fiesta than gift giving, the kids make out with some good loot on the Day of Kings, which marks […]
Christmas in Buenos Aires and Beyond
What is Christmas like in Buenos Aires? With fireworks, warm temperatures, calorie-laden food, and dancing until dawn, Navidad in Buenos Aires is a party that is literally not for the faint of heart. It may be Christmas but It’s Hot as Hades! Christmas falls in summer in the southern hemisphere, so traditions such as Santa […]
Buenos Aires Tango Festival & World Cup
The Buenos Aires Tango Festival and World Cup is the largest tango festival in the world. Every year, thousands of tango lovers come to Buenos Aires to compete or perform, or just enjoy classes, milongas, concerts and the Tango World Cup competition itself. This year those unable to travel will have to enjoy the festival […]
Murga Madness: Celebrating Carnival in Buenos Aires
Carnival does not just happen in Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro or Argentina’s Gualeguaychú. For anyone who’s missed the boat — or bus — to the bigger carnivals, or can’t be torn away from the city’s hustle, Carnaval Porteño (Buenos Aires’ Carnival) is back and better than ever. Normally, the free festivities take place on Saturdays […]
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