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Savoring Argentina

Exploring the Country's Most Beloved Dishes

Argentina’s cuisine is the result of the mixture of dishes, recipes, and ingredients of the native people and those brought by the Europeans. You will therefore find various local delicacies with strong Italian, Spanish, or British influence.

YERBA MATE (Herbal Tea)

Yerba Mate is a beloved herbal tea that has gained popularity in Argentina and other South American countries for its unique taste and energizing properties.

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Alfajores are a beloved dessert and sweet snack in Argentina, consisting of two incredibly soft and crumbly cookies sandwiched together with a perfectly balanced dulce de leche filling.

ALFAJORES

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MEDIALUNAS

Medialunas are a beloved traditional sweet pastry in Argentina, perfect as an accompaniment to coffee at breakfast or as a mid-afternoon snack.

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ASADO

Asado is perhaps the dish that most represents Argentina. The secret of its preparation lies in roasting the meat cuts slowly, on the grill, and on the embers.

PROVOLETA

The provoleta is essential in every Argentinean barbecue. It has an amber color and is low in humidity. The flavor of this cheese, as well as its aroma, depend mainly on the curdling process. It is usually somewhat spicy, but pleasant.

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CHORIPÁN WITH CHIMICHURRI

Choripán con Chimichurri is a hot dog with chimichurri sauce inside, a mid-19th century creation of the gauchos who inhabited the Rio de la Plata region, in rural areas.

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