Buenos Aires' English Daily Newspaper

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Buenos Aires' English Daily Newspaper

August 29th, 2008 | Argentina - News, Argentina - Travel Tips | 4 Comments »

If you are new to Buenos Aires or to Argentina for that matter, you might think of picking up a copy of the Buenos Aires Herald to help you get acquainted with this magnificent part of South America. The Buenos Aires Herald is a reliable source for Argentina News, Cultural Events and Entertainment, and much more.

The daily newspaper comes complete with a classifieds section which can be a vital tool in getting set up in Buenos Aires. The Herald has a wide readership among foreigners living in Argentina, as well as locals who speak English. The online version of the Buenos Aires Herald makes the paper even more attractive, as it is accessible from anywhere Read more

History and Culture in Buenos Aires

August 25th, 2008 | Argentina - Culture, Argentina - Family Friendly, Argentina - Must See or Do, Argentina - Travel Tips | No Comments »

The Casa Rosada isn’t the White House, it’s the Pink House, and the presidential palace in Buenos Aires. It is oftentimes associated with Evita, who made many speeches from one of the palace’s front balconies. The palace now houses a museum that has presidential memorabilia on display. The Casa Rosada is located in the Civic Center of Buenos Aires, along with a whole host of government buildings, businesses and restaurants.

The nearby Plaza Mayo is also considered to be one of the main attractions in the city, and sometimes hosts large outdoor events such as concerts. The National Congress is located here, as are the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Cabildo, the City Read more

Palmero – High Fashion Shopping in Buenos Aires

August 19th, 2008 | Argentina - Best Shopping, Argentina - Business, Argentina - Family Friendly, Argentina - Must See or Do, Argentina - Travel Tips | 1 Comment »

Buenos Aires’ high fashion neighborhood is Palmero, hands down. This chic area is divided into the Viejo (old) district, the Chico (small) district and the Hollywood and Soho district and is teeming with the trendiest restaurants, cafes, bars and boutiques in all of Buenos Aires.

The shopping in Palmero is some of the best in all of Argentina, and highlights the best Argentine designers. The Hollywood and Soho districts are the fashion and design center of the neighborhood, while the other two districts are more residential.

The best way to find your way around Palmero is by using the special little neighborhood maps they sell on practically every corner. (Usually a map of Buenos Aires doesn’t give Read more

Sundays in San Telmo

August 15th, 2008 | Argentina - Adventure, Argentina - Best Shopping, Argentina - Business, Argentina - Culture, Argentina - Family Friendly, Argentina - Must See or Do, Argentina - Places to Eat | No Comments »

Continuing on our exploration of Buenos Aires brings us to San Telmo, the oldest neighborhood in the city. San Telmo stands out as having some of the best preserved colonial structures in Argentina. Throughout the years the cobblestone streets have seen their fair share of tourists, but the cafés, tango parlors and antique shops that line them have managed to keep their original charm.

San Telmo is brought to life by the artists and dancers that frequent its streets. The main public square of Plaza Dorrego is a constant stream of pleasant traffic, and is also home to a semi-permanent antique fair and tango shows on Sundays.

Visitors can also stop by the Museo Histórico Read more

Best Steak in Buenos Aires

August 12th, 2008 | Argentina - Business, Argentina - Family Friendly, Argentina - Nightlife, Argentina - Places to Eat | No Comments »

You know you can’t come to Argentina without sitting down to enjoy its world famous Argentine beef, and there is no better place to dine than Cabaña las Lilas. Widely hailed as the best parilla in Buenos Aires, this popular restaurant serves up the finest Argentine beef straight from their own ranch!

Needless to say the place is pretty much always packed and meals are pricey (a complete meal will cost you about $35 US), but it is completely worth it. The opening table spread includes dried tomatoes, olives, peppers, and mozzarella and garlic bread to start you off. And then there’s the steak. The best cuts are the baby beef, the rib-eye, and the thin skirt steak. Read more

La Boca and the Caminito (The Mouth and the Way)

August 4th, 2008 | Argentina - Best Shopping, Argentina - Business, Argentina - Family Friendly, Argentina - Must See or Do, Argentina - Places to Eat, Argentina - Travel Tips | No Comments »

With a great majority of flights into Argentina landing in Buenos Aires, it is more than likely that you will spend some time in this fantastically European capital city. There is a lot to see and do in Buenos Aires, and the Argentina Gringo wants to make sure you don’t miss the highlights.

The neighborhood of La Boca, on the southern side of the city, is a great place to explore. It is full of colorful buildings and houses, as well as many excellent tango clubs and taverns/restaurants. One of the best soccer clubs in the world is based here, La Boca Juniors. If you happen to be in town while they are playing try to Read more