Brian Athey Tuesday November 16th was an historic day for Argentine football fans. The two most popular teams (La Boca Juniors & River) played in the annual Superclasico. This derby match has been called the most passionate football game on the planet by the British Newspaper The Observer. The Superclasico is a furious and passionate [...]
Archive | November, 2010
How much should you pack?
Categories: Argentina Trips, Tips and Recommendations
Brian Athey When flying to Buenos Aires, it’s important to contemplate what to pack and plan ahead. Do you really need extra pair of sandals or that fun floppy hat you only wear while drinking whiskey? Do I have space for bringing gifts back, and if so, how much will those gifts weight? The consequences [...]
Choripán-A savory addiction
Categories: Buenos Aires Basic!, Buenos Aires Culture, Food in Argentina, Secrets of Buenos Aires, Spanish, Spanish Language, Tips and Recommendations, Trips and Excursions
Hi, my name is Brian and I’m addicted to choripán. I can remember my first choripán like it was yesterday. I had been shopping for bombillas in La Boca and while looking out at the “splendor” of the Riachuelo I smelled something glorious. I walked toward a barbeque pit like a zombie after fresh flesh [...]
Drinking like a Porteño
Categories: Buenos Aires Basic!, Buenos Aires Culture, Food in Argentina, Secrets of Buenos Aires
Brian Athey Truth be told, Argentines aren’t as renowned for their drinking of alcohol as other cultures. And when massive drinking does happen it’s usually with a select mixture of libations. The most local blend is FERNET & COCA COLA-which even has it’s own facebook fan page (http://www.facebook.com/pages/La-Plata-Argentina/Tomar-Fernet-con-mis-amigos/88265098720?ref=ts). Most “extranjeros” under 55 have probably never [...]