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Buenos Aires Food Week: Seven days of fine eating in Buenos Aires.

Posted on April 12, 2013 | Leave a comment


Buenos Aires Food Week

Many of the best restaurants in Buenos Aires will offer, for a week, special menus at promotional prices in a unique opportunity to enjoy great food from the hand of the best chefs.

From April 15th to 21st, the best restaurants in the city will become more accessible to everyone. The Buenos Aires Food Week is an annual event in which restaurants will offer luxury menus for a week, both at noon and night at promotional prices. “The goal is to democratize access to haute cuisine,” explained from the organization.

Each menu will have three steps (starter, main course and dessert), with a fixed price of pesos $ 99 for lunch and pesos $ 169 for dinner (drinks, service and tip not included).

Participating restaurants in this first edition are:

  • Agraz – Caesar Park Hotel
  • Astrid y Gastón
  • Azema
  • Bice
  • Blanch
  • Brasserie Petanque
  • Cardon
  • Casa Cruz
  • Club 31 restaurant – Grand Hotel
  • Deriva
  • Doppio Zero
  • Dos Mares
  • Honor y Causa
  • La Brasserie – Marriot Plaza Hotel
  • La Rosa Náutica
  • Le Grill
  • Mooi
  • Mullu
  • Piegari Vitello e Dolce
  • Plaza Grill – Marriot Plaza Hotel
  • Pony Line Bar – Four Seasons Hotel
  • Root – Intercontinental Nordelta
  • Sivela 465 – Mio Hotel
  • Social Paraíso

Reservations can be made on the website www.bafoodweek.com

We strongly recommend booking in advance.

Bon Appetit!

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October 26th: Day of the Cafe

Posted on October 24, 2012 | Leave a comment

October 26th is Dia del Cafe Porteño (Porteño Coffee Store). The café is a “porteño” institution par excellence. This is the place where people can feel free at their ease, the perfect spot to dream with friends and find magical solutions to the country’s problems. It is here, better than another scenario, where people think that utopias are possible.

October 26th marks the day of the Cafe, commemorating that in 1894 the historic Café Tortoni opened on Avenida de Mayo 825.

A special celebration will be held at almost every coffe store in Buenos Aires: between 6pm and 8pm drink 4 coffees and pay only 2.

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BA Underground Market: explore the flavours

Posted on September 6, 2012 | Leave a comment

An underground market is a one-day event that provides the opportunity for amateur chefs, artisanal food producers, and creators of amazing homemade food to sell to a hungry and receptive audience of local and expat foodies.

The philosophy of the market is to create a space for people who are un-certified – and therefore don’t have other options to sell their wares. The hope is that the market is a kind of incubator, helping people to raise capital, as well as gain support.

The next BA Underground Market will be on Saturday, 15th September at IMPA la Fábrica.

From hot sauce to cake pops, goat’s cheese to spring rolls, juice and smoothies to hand crafted beer, try new things or retaste old favourites while enjoying live music.

Saturday, 15th September
12 – 5pm
IMPA la Fábrica, 3rd Floor
Querandíes 4290, Almagro
Presented by http://www.argentinaindependent.com 

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Cooltips: 6 places to see and be seen @ Buenos Aires night

Posted on May 24, 2012 | Leave a comment

Caracas Bar

Caracas Bar has become  the spot where latinamerican expats meet. Open from Monday to Saturday, from 7pm. They have a terrace where you can try all sorts of Ron.
Caracas Bar: Guatemala 4802, tel.: 4776-8704.

Soria

Another new bar: they opened las year and thanks to their great garden they have become once of the most visited bar before going out to party all night long. Open from Tuesday to Thursday from 8pm to 2 am. Saturday from 9pm to 4 am.
Gorriti 5151, Palermo. Tel.: 4832-1745.

Makena Cantina Club

From Monday to Monday you’ll see live bands: every day there is something going on. Since it’s not very big, we suggest you getting there early.
Open from 8am to 4 pm and from 8 pm.
Fitz Roy 1519, Palermo. Tel.: 4772-8281.

Gibraltar

One of the most succesfull bars of San Telmo: their specialty is beer. Open from Monday to Sunday, from 6pm.
Perú 895, San Telmo. Tel.: 4362-5310.

Frank’s Bar

One of the first speakeasies of Buenos Aires. Great drins & music. In order to get in you’ll need a password, which can be obtained following the clues on teir Facebook page.
Open fron 10pm
Arévalo 1445.

Crobar Buenos Aires

The great heir of the local electronic move, thanks to its location and good selection of international DJs. Open only on Fridays, Saturdays.
Crobar Buenos Aires is on Marcelino Freire s / n (near Av del Libertador 3886), Paseo de la Infanta, Arch 17, Palermo. Ticket prices range from $ 40 to $ 100. Do not go with your cap on, they will not let you in.

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Food Revolution Day: stand up for real food

Posted on May 19, 2012 | Leave a comment


Food Revolution Day on 19 May is a chance for people who love food to come together to share information, talents and resources; to pass on their knowledge and highlight the world’s food issues.

All around the globe, people will work together to make a difference. Food Revolution Day is about connecting with your community through events at schools, restaurants, local businesses, dinner parties and farmers’ markets. We want to inspire change in people’s food habits and to promote the mission for better food and education for everyone.

In Buenos Aires, Juliana López May invites to her cooking studio “Estudio de Cocina JLM”  (Boulevard Saenz Peña 1311, Tigre) to come together to share information and to enjoy a healthy meal.
Saturday, May 19th, from 7 to 10pm.

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Malbec World Day

Posted on April 16, 2012 | Leave a comment

For the second year of celebration, Wines of Argentina has decided to organize the event in Argentina in Buenos Aires, a city icon of Latin America that will give this date a great international visibility. 

This special event will be held on April 17, 2012 at 19.30 in the Puerto Madero Yacht Club, Puerto Madero, Buenos Aires.

The first Malbec World Day, celebrated worldwide on April 17 2011, was a resounding success and encouraged us to celebrate again this year. With the support of the Argentine Chancellery, more than 40 Argentine diplomatic representations around the world will be organizing activities again this year in celebration of this emblematic day for the Argentine wine industry. Among the participating delegations will be the United States, Canada, China, the Czech Republic, Malaysia, Brazil, Poland, Algeria, Vietnam, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Greece, Australia, Perú, the Philippines, Germany, Denmark, Chile, Venezuela, Finland, Portugal, Spain, Korea, India, the Netherlands, Uruguay, Sweden, Russia, Armenia and Panama.

This year, for the second celebration, Wines of Argentina has decided to organize activities in the following countries and cities:

  • ARGENTINA: 
Buenos Aires
  • THE UNITED STATES
: Washington DC
, Los Angeles
, Seattle, 
Miami, 
New York
  • CANADA: 
Ottawa
, Toronto, 
Vancouver
, Victoria
  • 

THE UNITED KINGDOM
: Malbec World Day activities will be held in London and all around the country, with promotions in the main wine shops (more than 250 stores, bars and restaurants around the United Kingdom).
  • THE NETHERLANDS
: MWD special sales in the main wine shops of the country.
  • COLOMBIA
: Activities all around the country promoted by the Exito group. 
Special events in Bogotá.
  • PERÚ
: Activities held all around the country, promoted by Cadena Vivanda.
  • MEXICO: 
Mexico DF, 
Punta Mita
: Activities all around the country promoted by La Europea stores
  • BRAZIL
: São Paulo
, Rio de Janeiro

For detailed information on these events check this link.

Given the promotional potential of Malbec World Day, not only for our wines but also for our country brand, fill your glasses with Malbec next April 17 and drink a toast in honor of the wine that has stirred a revolution in the world’s wine industry.

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St. Patrick’s Day in Buenos Aires

Posted on March 17, 2012 | Leave a comment

The ties between Ireland and Argentina are much closer and older than the trivial ethyl celebration of St. Patrick’s day, and the large Irish community in the country strives to keep the celebrations of the Irish saint’s day in the local calendar each year. Here are the most traditional Irish bars of Buenos Aires where to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day:

The Killkenny
Marcelo T. de Alvear 399 – Retiro
Ciudad de Buenos Aires
4312-7291

The Clover
Av. de Mayo 1357 – Monserrat
Ciudad de Buenos Aires
4342-9109

DownTown Matías
Echeverría 3195 – Belgrano
Ciudad de Buenos Aires
4545-1050

The Shamrock
Rodríguez Pena 1220 – Recoleta
Ciudad de Buenos Aires
4813-5332

Dubliners
Humboldt 2000 – Palermo
Ciudad de Buenos Aires
4771-6178

Also, in some countries the St. Patrick’s Day is not complete without a parade. This tradition arrived  to our country and for the past three years there is a parade that is part of the official celebrations.

This year’s event is organized by the Argentine Irish Association “William Brown”, the Government of the City of Buenos Aires and the Irish Embassy. The parade begins at 18:45 at the corner of Arroyo and Suipacha and ends at the Plaza San Martin with a music show (Pipers Tartan Army, The Kilt, Mac Manus, Mestizo Rock) and Irish dancing (Argentina Celtic group).

So, don’t be afraid, go green and celebrate St. Patrick’s day!

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New kids on the block (of Palermo)

Posted on January 16, 2012 | Leave a comment

At Palermo there is always something going on. As the trendy neighborhood of Buenos Aires, there are always new bars & restaurants opening on a monthly basis.

These are the new places to go:

-Boteco do Brasil
Have the Prato feito carioca for lunch. Also, caipirinhas, cold guarana or a strawberry, orange and guarana smoothie are a must.
Bonpland 1367

-Soria Bar
One of the new & beautiful Palermo bars. Great for having drinks at the patio or terrace on summer evenings.
Gorriti 5151

-Próspero
This pastry shop make some of the best desserts in the city. Arevalo and Voltaire.

-Cruz Diablo
The biggest attraction is the bar, located almost on the sidewalk. Perfect for drinks.
Fitz Roy 1715

-Tijuana
Try the pineapple & salvia Margarita.
Guatemala 4540

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New Year’s celebrations @ Buenos Aires

Posted on December 27, 2011 | Leave a comment

Once dinner is over…is time to go out to celebrate, dance and drink with friends. What to do on December 31st? Check the options:


-La Boutique (formerly known as Museum)
The Irish DJ and producer Simon Patterson will be playing on this December 31, after midnight. Simon began his career in the music business with an A & R, a position he held over several labels. Tickets at door go between $100 to $200 pesos.
Peru 535, San Telmo

-Get Out! of the city
A classic of Buenos Aires’ New Year. This year Javier Bussola, Thomas Penton, JP Sgalia and Seven Eleven will be playing at Parque Santa Maria. The property has private parking. Tickets $ 50 pesos (only thru Ticketek).
(Camino del Buen Ayre km.16., entrada por Buenos Aires Golf Club)

-Max Graham @ Privilege
Canadian Dj Max Graham, will be playing progressive house, house, techno and trance. Doors open at 00.30 hours and the ticket will cost $ 80 pesos.
Avenida Costanera Rafael Obligado 1661, Costa Salguero,

-End of the year party of Il Ballo del Mattone
The artie trattoria of Palermo Hollywood invites you to celebrate the new year with them. More info at 4776-4247 or via email to reservas@ilballo.tv.
Gorriti 5737, Palermo Hollywood.

-New Year’s Eve @ Crobar Buenos Aires
Crobar proposes a trance party from 1 AM, where the star the night will be Dutch DJ and producer Sander van Doom. Tickets at the door will be $130 pesos.
Marcelino Freyre s / n [alt. Avenida Libertador 3886], Paseo de la Infanta, Arco 17

-Clubland NYE
The British duo Layo & Bushwaka return to Argentina to perform at the end of year party Clubland Buenos Aires. Along with this duo, local DJs Marcos Paz, Felix Galeano and Emiliano will be playing as well. Tickets at the door $150 pesos. Doors open at 00.30 pm.
Avenida Costanera Norte & La Pampa.

Source: Glamout.com

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Did you know?

Posted on November 17, 2011 | Leave a comment

Back in 1864, Buenos Aires had only 140,000 inhabitants. One morning the Buenos Aires inhabitants found an intriguing surprise: the word “Hesperidin” was painted on the sidewalks of the city. During 2 months, the mysterious name continued to appear, and no one could guess the meaning of it.

On December 24, a vertical ad in the newspaper “La Tribuna”  finally unveiled the mistery, announcing the places where Hesperidin could be bought . The crowd rushed to all the shops and found out that it was a “bitter, prepared from orange peels.”

It was recorded as the 1st brand in Argentina because its creator, Melville Bagley, prompted the creation of the National Register of Patents. Quickly, this drink became very popular in all bars and cafes throughout the country.

This is the story of Hesperidin, an historic Argentine aperitif, with which several drink have been designed.

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