You have probably heard of puerta cerradas by now. Known as closed doors in English, these restaurants do not advertise their locations to the public and often exist inside the chef’s home, stimulating an air of a home cooked meal created by a professional chef. It can be liberating and relaxing to eat an extravagant [...]
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Categories: Argentine History, Buenos Aires Basic!, Buenos Aires Culture, Buenos Aires Culture, Food in Argentina, Food in Buenos Aires, Mente Argentina Tours & Excursions, Secrets of Buenos Aires, Street Culture, Tips and Recommendations
Many students from around the globe flock to Buenos Aires in order to experience it´s eclectic mix of European influences, combined with its Latin American flair. At times, this combination, of such a European city and roots, can be difficult to grasp, given its location in the heart of South America. For our Mente night, [...]
Cafès in Buenos Aires!
Categories: Food in Argentina, Secrets of Buenos Aires, Tips and Recommendations
Whether or not you might be tediously studying the irregular subjunctive Spanish verbs, working on an endless math problem for a physics class whilst studying abroad in Buenos Aires, or simply reading a book, Buenos Aires offers an array of quaint cafes to get out of the apartment. The following are representative of their respective [...]
Aussies living, studying and working in Argentina
Categories: Buenos Aires Basic!, Buenos Aires Culture, Tips and Recommendations
The relationship between Australia and Argentina has strengthened in the past 2 years. Young Argentines are flocking Down Under to experience the quality education Australian universities offer such us University of Queensland. Argentines who study abroad in Australia have loved experiencing the laid back atmosphere and enjoyed the white sand beaches and friendly locals. [...]
Mente does the Buenos Aires Pub Crawl!
Categories: Buenos Aires Bars & Clubs, Buenos Aires Basic!, Buenos Aires Culture, Buenos Aires Night Life, Music in Buenos Aires, Secrets of Buenos Aires, Tips and Recommendations, Upcoming Events and Gigs!
Buenos Aires is known for its thrilling and eccentric nightlife, but it can be overwhelming. Which are the cool bars to go to? If I go out at midnight, am I too early? 3 am, too late? And what better way of getting a little preview than by going on the Buenos Aires Pub Crawl. [...]
Mente’s Inside Information for an Amazing Semester Abroad!
Categories: Argentina Trips, Argentine History, Buenos Aires Bars & Clubs, Buenos Aires Basic!, Buenos Aires Culture, Buenos Aires Night Life, Food in Argentina, Secrets of Buenos Aires, Spanish Language, Street Culture, Tips and Recommendations, Trending Now!, Trips and Excursions
So you’ve just signed up for a Semester abroad in Buenos Aires. Now what? Here at Mente we are experts on study abroad and we are going to share our knowledge on the must-knows, must-dos and must-sees of studying abroad in Argentina. First off, the must-knows about going abroad. Before you leave it is important [...]
Mente and Spanglish: The Perfect Activity to Practice your Spanish
Categories: Buenos Aires Bars & Clubs, Buenos Aires Basic!, Buenos Aires Culture, Buenos Aires Night Life, Secrets of Buenos Aires, Spanish, Spanish Language, Tips and Recommendations, Tours, Trending Now!, Trips and Excursions, Upcoming Events and Gigs!
A great way to practice your Spanish while studying abroad or volunteering here in Buenos Aires is to go to Spanglish!! Spanglish was designed for foreigners to practice their Spanish skills while giving porteños the opportunity to practice English. Not only is it a language exchange, but it’s also a cultural exchange. You can [...]
TEFL-ing in Buenos Aires, Everything You Need to Know
Categories: Buenos Aires Basic!, Buenos Aires Culture, Secrets of Buenos Aires, Spanish, Tips and Recommendations, Trending Now!, Trips and Excursions
So you are thinking about going abroad, but you haven’t figured out the best way to support yourself while adventuring the world. Getting certified in TEFL will open doors to visit, live and experience countries all over the world. You will earn a livable wage and be immersed into cultures in a way that you [...]
Coping with Culture Shock While Studying Abroad in Argentina
Categories: Argentina Trips, Buenos Aires Basic!, Spanish, Tips and Recommendations
The decision to study abroad in Argentina is an amazing opportunity to transform your life and world view, but it does come with some challenges. You’ll be living in a totally different country; and there will be an initial period of adjustment to social customs and norms that may lead to emotional discomfort and anxiety. [...]
Why do your master’s degree abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Categories: Buenos Aires Culture, Spanish, Tips and Recommendations
There are many reasons that can influence your decision to complete your master’s degree in Argentina. Why do a master’s degree abroad? Doing your master’s degree abroad is an invaluable opportunity to immerse yourself in a foreign culture, become fluent in another language, and network internationally. A master’s degree abroad is a valuable investment, in [...]