Círculo de Aragón Buenos Aires (Fray Justo Santa María de Oro 1872, Palermo, Buenos Aires) – this cultural center hold various cultural events, in particular those tracing their origins back from the northern Spanish region of Aragón (one of the sources of 19th century Spanish migration to Argentina). Check its website for a calendar of […]
Carnaval (Avenida de Mayo, Buenos Aires)— during international Carnival season (February), while other Latin cities hold far bigger events – from Rio de Janeiro to Montevideo (Uruguay) – which is closer to Buenos Aires, local revelers still hold their own event and mainly parade through Avenida de Mayo. Carnaval takes place on Saturdays and Sundays […]
Puerto de Frutos (Sarmiento, Tigre, Buenos Aires) – located in the Tigre outskirts of Buenos Aires, this is a picturesque market. Here, many stalls are set up to sell furniture, handicrafts, and home goods with an area by the docks of the Rio Luján. Foreign visitors can buy souvenirs and other goods here. Street food […]
Restaurante Don Juan (#34-60, Local 1, Carrera 6, Centro, Cartagena) – this classy restaurant in the historic section of Cartagena serves Spanish (as in Spain) cuisine – with a heavy Basque influence. Since this restaurant is a favorite with the President of Colombia (bringing foreign guests here whenever they’re passing through Cartagena), it regualrly attracts […]
Voodoo Motel (Av. Dorrego 1735, Palermo Hollywood, Buenos Aires) – open from Thursday to Saturday night, this venue plays mostly Electro House, Techno and Trance music – with both live sets and DJing sessions. Its bar (bathed in amber lighting) is eye-catching and hard to miss, and there’s also a little restaurant that serves a […]
Tapas Macarena (Carrera 4 #26-01, Bogota) – this cozy (meaning small) restaurant is known for its mussels in white wine sauce and olives. Regular patrons also recommend tapas ítems like the Serrano ham, patatas bravas, and olives that are served here.
Wilder’s Pizza (Carrera 4 #26, Bogota) – this is a popular pizza restaurant located in the “La Macarena” district of Bogotá (known for its foreign residents and artists who are attracted to the area – thanks to the area’s spectacular view of the city, as well as its hip restaurant & bar scene).
Wok (Carrera 13 #82-74, Bogota) – for those in the mood for Asian cuisine, this is perhaps the most highly-recommended Asian restaurant in Bogotá (it is actually a chain of several “Wok” restaurants in the Colombian capital). The influences range from Thai to Cantonese to Indonesian. There are also vegetarian and vegan options. Sushi lovers […]
Thelonious Club (Salguero 1884, Palermo, Buenos Aires) – this popular jazz lounge, founded in 2002, is geared with vintage black leather sofas, battered hardwood floors, and a back-lit 13-meter bar. Modern jazz bands and DJs coexist with a wide range of cocktails, Manhattans, Martinis and exquisite wines to make a night here worthwhile. The crowds […]
A Seis Manos (Calle 22 #8-60, Bogotá) – as the décor suggests, this venue is popular with the local elite – attracting an artsy, hipster crowd with deep pockets. Opened by French investors, A Seis Manos runs events almost every day of the week, including film showings, indie gigs, salsa shows and more.