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 …
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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 …
Living in Argentina
Dreaming of living in Argentina and swapping your daily grind for a new culture set to the soundtrack of tango tunes, the luxury of lingering in cafes and astounding new …
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 …
Visiting Argentina
• What is Argentina like? We get this question a lot – sometimes preceded by the statement, “Argentina! I love tango!” ? In truth, it’s difficult to describe in a …
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. …
Argentina’s Wild Economy & Current Exchange Rates
Argentina has several different currency exchange rates, which can be confusing for visitors. If you’re wondering what the ‘Blue Dollar’ is and why it even exists, read this post and …