Finding Borges
Follow US writer Pat Gillespie as he tries to hunt down traces of the legendary Argentine writer Jorge Luis Borges across the city of Buenos Aires, from San Telmo in the south all the way to Palermo in the north.
National Museum of Fine Arts
The National Museum of Fine Arts is a must-see for anyone interested in Argentina’s history. Located among Recoleta’s finest parks, it’s close to some of Buenos Aires’s best attractions. Plus, it’s free!
La Francisca Deli
A cute little deli & sandwich shop in the trendy barrio of Palermo Soho, a great place to stop for a quick, tasty bite to eat while you explore the boutiques, cafes and tree-lined streets in that area.
Learn Argentine Spanish Phrases
Don’t get lost in translation! Read these helpful hints about the Spanish spoken in Buenos Aires, and start learning the basic words and phrases to help you communicate with any Argentine. And of course, suerte!
Ordering Coffee in Buenos Aires
Make like a true local and revel in Buenos Aires’s traditional coffee culture with this quick guide to ordering cafe just the way you want it! Drink your way round Buenos Aires one cup at a time…
Cafe La Poesía
Cafe La Poesia is full of character. Located on the corner of Chile and Bolivar in San Telmo, it charms its patrons with old wooden tables, exposed brick ceilings and walls covered with pictures & quotations. Pure poetry!
Buenos Aires Underground Market
Held every few months & run by the Argentina Independent, the BA Underground Market offers a taste of South America not usually found in Buenos Aires. Read about the 3rd edition, located in Parque Patricios.
Cafe Margot, Boedo
Cafe Margot is a classic Buenos Aires café, that has been serving up coffee, medialunas, beer, wine and its famous turkey sandwiches for well over 100 years, in the atmospheric neighborhood of Boedo.
La Panaderia de Pablo
The pizzas are thin crust and crunchy and the alfajores humongous at La Panaderia de Pablo, Pablo Massey’s Montserrat restaurant. Enjoy lunch, brunch or cake in modern, airy surroundings.
Buenos Aires Spanish Classes
Learn Spanish in Buenos Aires from a fun, experienced, professional & highly recommended Spanish teacher. Patricio will also teach you about local culture to help make your stay more interesting.