Just outside the capital, only a few blocks away from where the city ends and the province of Buenos Aires begins, rural culture comes alive at the weekly Feria de Mataderos. Argentine cowboys known as gauchos show off their horsemanship, dancers and musicians cavort to Argentine folk tunes, and food stands offer various regional dishes. […]
Brunch in Buenos Aires: A Plea…Heeded
Sundays in Buenos Aires are sacred days reserved for food, family and fun. Locals linger at asados, drink mate in the park or stroll along the Costanera Sur. Although just a few years ago ‘brunch’ was a foreign concept in Argentina, the meal where breakfast and lunch collide has finally made it to Buenos Aires […]
Los Antiguos: Accommodation and Travel Info
Accommodation in Los Antiguos Lodging in Los Antiguos is not hard to come by although it is advisable to book ahead around the summer festivals. Prices are reasonable but tend to fluctuate depending on the season. Hotel Refugio de Rocas is the highest-end option boasting a spa and fruit farm. Tel: (54)(297)-15-401-0787 A number of […]
Colónia del Sacramento: Getting There, Hotels, Restaurants
Ferry Services The three companies that ferry passengers over to Colonia are Buquebus, Colonia Express and Seacat. All offer a fast ferry, that takes approximately 50 minutes, and a cheaper ferry that will get you there in about three hours. Prices are usually very similar, and can vary depending on the season or special offers, […]
Pizza Piola — Italian-Style Pizza in Recoleta
Piola is among the group of restaurants in Buenos Aires that makes genuine Italian-style pizza and that’s not surprising considering the small international chain is Italian. Here, pizza is not just a quick and cheap way to eat, but a fork-and-knife fine dining experience. From the street, the place doesn’t appear to be much, but […]