Beef is king in Buenos Aires and is undoubtedly one of the best things that Buenos Aires has to offer. Traditionally, Argentines cook their beef, slow and steady over a parrilla(pa-REE-sha, or grill). The unique...

On July 9th, 1816, the Congress of Tucumán officially declared the independence of Argentina from domination of the Spanish crown. The news of the conquest of Spain by Napoleon Bonaparte and the resulting political disruption...

Caitlin McCoy Navidad - Christmas: The summer heat already makes the holidays feel distinctly different and Buenos Aires celebrates Christmas with unique Argentine flourishes. This year, the holiday season began with a firework show on Sunday,...

It is a basic Buenos Aires requirement to know about Soda Stereo. They are kind of a big deal.  Soda Stereo is widely accepted as the most important Latin rock band to have ever existed,...

Dulce de leche is the cure-all medication for all times of the day for all you study abroad students and travelers in Buenos Aires, and simply cannot be missed! It is hidden in your...

If you've ever been on a Mente Argentina picnic, you are definitely familiar with these delicious cheesy balls (or rings). This is a snack that Porteños have adopted from their friends to the North,...

Buenos Aires is a huge global hub for all things culture. That means the city is homes to more museums than you can even imagine. The most wonderful thing about the museums in Buenos...

If you know anything about Mente Argentina, you know that we are helado super fans. Rain or shine, we are always down for an ice cream run, and those visits might be daily during...