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Wine and Food: Buenos Aires

As one of the foremost cities in the world it is no wonder that this is also a city of tastes and smells!

Buenos Aires - La Boca
Buenos Aires - La Boca

As one of the top cities in the world, Buenos Aires is a veritable playground for the avid food fan. Featuring many of the top restaurants in both Argentina and the world, there is a vast array of different restaurants and menus to choose from. The traditional fare for most is the ubiquitous steak and glass of Malbec, but Buenos Aires also caters to a whole host of other tastes and palates.

One of the must do activities while here is to partake of a traditional “Parilla” (the Argentines pronounce their “ll” as a “sh” and so this is pronounced “parisha”). This Argentine barbeque has been a traditional meal for centuries and derives from the family and ranch meals that they used to, and still do, have on the estancias both around Buenos Aires and all over Argentina.

Each parilla is different but, on the whole, either a full lamb is butterflied and put on a stake in front of the fire to slowly cook, or a whole load of beef is carved up and you get to choose which part of it you like the look of. The meat and the meal are absolutely outstanding and there are a few restaurants in the capital that we recommend going to….be warned, however, they will keep feeding you if you keep eating!

Another of the more popular dining activities in Buenos Aires is to head to a traditional tango evening which involves a superb meal and one of the traditional shows. This is definitely a great way to spend an evening out and we have a range of different options for varying tastes so please ask!

As with any major city, there are quite a few restaurants that are highly recommended, but they do change fairly regularly and so we don’t feature them on the site as such. If you would like a special table booked or a recommendation then please ask your consultant.

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    Buenos Aires

    At a glance...Buenos Aires

  • Population: 3 million
  • Location: Eastern Argentina
  • Recommended time: 3 to 5 nights
  • Time to visit: Year round - humid in December and January
  • Go here for: Culture, food & wine, tango. polo
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  • Our Top Five Wine and Food Hotels in Buenos Aires:

    1. Fierro Hotel

      Fierro Hotel

      An all-suite boutique hotel in Palermo Hollywood, the Fierro Hotel is a cool and modern property in one of the best areas for nightlife in Buenos Aires. At a similar price level to the Mine Hotel in Palermo Soho, it has bigger guest rooms and caters to a slightly younger clientele. Food and wine... More...

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    2. Algodon Mansion - Bedroom

      Algodon Mansion

      Located just 3 blocks from Recoleta Cemetery, the Relais & Chateaux Algodon Mansion oozes class without too much exuberance and so retaining a welcoming and relaxed ambience. There are plenty of in-house facilities to enjoy once all the city sightseeing activities are over. It is hard to fault... More...

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    3. Hub Porteno - Entrance

      Hub Porteno

      This property will appeal to clients in search of something a little bit special in the myriad of boutique properties which have sprung up in town in quick succession recently. Hub Porteno can be summed up as an Art Deco chic hotel where you’re not just staying, but have the chance to interact... More...

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    4. The Four Seasons

      The Four Seasons

      Located just down the road from the excellent Park Hyatt, the Four Seasons Hotel, Buenos Aires is a slightly poorer version in our view. Similar in concept to the Hyatt, the hotel made the decision to use the old town house as a venue, rather than for clients, thus negating it as a reason to stay.... More...

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    5. CasaSur Art Hotel

      CasaSur Art Hotel

      The CasaSur Art Hotel is a small hotel, located in the wealthy Recoleta district of Buenos Aires, and is the only hotel in the city to boast being a member of the Small Luxury Hotels affiliation. The hotel itself has a modern and designed feel to it. Along with good service and a good wine list,... More...

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