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Watching the World Cup 2010 in Buenos Aires: Your Complete Guide

Gringo in Buenos AiresJune 11, 2010Soccer5 Comments

Awwww yeahhh! For the round-ball lovers amongst us, June and July 2010 represent something we’ve been waiting four long years for: the World Cup. Woooot! Whichever way you slice it, … Read More

The Barras Bravas of Argentine Soccer

Gringo in Buenos AiresMay 4, 2010Soccer7 Comments

If you’ve ever been to a soccer game in Argentina you’ll have noticed that elements of the crowd can get somewhat “enthusiastic” during the match. Drums, flares, singing, wielding giant … Read More

Fileteado: Buenos Aires Style Artwork

Gringo in Buenos AiresApril 15, 2010Art4 Comments

FILETEADO. What is it? Well if tango is the distinctive porteño dance, and steak-and-Malbec is the distinctive porteño meal, then fileteado is the distinctive porteño artwork. But actually, it takes … Read More

Five Argentine Spanish Words You Need to Learn

Gringo in Buenos AiresMarch 30, 2010Spanish62 Comments

You might have noticed that Argentinians love to talk: all day, every day, with anyone who’ll listen! For this reason it’s no surprise that the Rio Platense Spanish that has … Read More

Buenos Aires Theaters & Teatro Colón

Gringo in Buenos AiresMarch 19, 2010Theater3 Comments

Like every big city, Buenos Aires has a thriving theater scene. The ‘Broadway’ of Buenos Aires is the section of Avenida Corrientes that’s between Avenida 9 de Julio and Callao. … Read More

Buenos Aires Architecture: A Quick Guide

Gringo in Buenos AiresMarch 18, 2010Architecture17 Comments

Do you have a favorite building in Buenos Aires? Mine is the one on the corner of Belgrano and Perú in San Telmo (see a picture of it here). The … Read More

Buenos Aires Through The Eyes of Film

Gringo in Buenos AiresMarch 2, 2010Film7 Comments

The following is a guest post by Christi Hedke from BananaWho.com, a wonderful film blog. When it comes to South American cinema, don’t let Brazil steal all the thunder! Here … Read More

10 Things Not to Say While in Buenos Aires

Gringo in Buenos AiresJanuary 22, 2010Spanish, Tips & Tricks57 Comments

When we’re in our own country, and speaking in our native language, tactfulness and saying what we mean are things that come naturally to us (…well, most of us). But … Read More

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A New Dining Concept In Buenos Aires Fuudis, a new concept in the Buenos Aires dining scene, combines live artistic performances, tours of the city and innovative culinary experiences.
A Watery Weekend From Buenos Aires The Argentine capital is well known for its gourmet cuisine, fabulous shopping, frenzied nightlife and top-drawer activities – but when weary porteños (residents of Buenos Aires) wish to escape the commotion of the big city, the town of Tigre and its surr
Buenos Aires Cowboy Fair La Feria De Mataderos is a weekly fair in the Argentine capital with traditional folk dancing, handicrafts and food, as well as popular gaucho (cowboy) demonstrations.
Buenos Aires Critical Mass Thousands of cyclists from all walks of life regularly gather in Buenos Aires for a communal, organic event that celebrates the joys of cycling and promotes its positive effect on the city.
Buenos Aires World Of Art ArteBA — one of South America’s most important contemporary art fairs — is bringing the biggest names in Latin American art to the Argentine capital.
Buenos Aires’ Must See Music Event Buenos Aires offers different events every night of the week, but for a truly unique snapshot of the city’s music scene, La Bomba Del Tiempo is not to be missed.
Buenos Aires’s Man Tour Combing history, macho activities and old-school Porteño flavour, the Man Tour offers travellers an inside look at the panache of Buenos Aires men.
Drinks With A View In Buenos Aires While Buenos Aires is already known for its open-air bars and lounges, there are few options that take advantage of the city’s stunning skyline.
English Comedy in Buenos Aires The first English language stand-up comedy show has arrived in Buenos Aires.
In Buenos Aires – A Private Chef Dinner Inspired By Art Puertas cerradas — closed-door restaurants that operate out of a chef’s private home — are becoming increasingly popular in Buenos Aires, and Max’s Supper Club is one of the most creative spots to try.
Innovative cuisine pops up in Buenos Aires Fuelled by the demand for diverse cuisine in a city dominated by pizzerias and parrillas, pop up restaurants are stealing the show.
Lunge With The Locals In Buenos Aires After a few days in Buenos Aires, the local diet of steak and wine may have some travellers yearning for a little exercise.
Out And About In Buenos Aires Buenos Aires is one of the most gay-friendly cities in South America, with a tolerant attitude and thriving nightlife scene. For gay travellers to the Argentine capital, one of the best ways to sample the city’s varied nightlife is to spend a night on the
Playing polo in Buenos Aires Take in a match or saddle up yourself in one of the world’s great cities for the sport.
Rock around the clock in Buenos Aires The best small clubs and bars where Argentine rock bands battle to make a name for themselves.
Seeing Buenos Aires Through A Different Lens Plenty of travellers bring a camera on holiday and snap photos to record their trip, but fewer people use their cameras to discover new neighbourhoods or see a destination differently.
Where to find the best steak in Buenos Aires Discover the parrillas that only locals know about on culinary-themed walking tours around the Argentine capital.