Pick Up The Fork

A Serious Eater's Guide to Buenos Aires and Beyond

The Buenos Aires Vegetarian Dilemma: What to eat in Argentina?

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As a former vegetarian for many years, once I moved to Buenos Aires I quickly put a halt to my plant-eating ways and succumbed to the carnivorous lure of the beef.  For those strong-willed who have yet to cross over to the dark side, make sure to not fall victim of the endless cheese and […]

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A Springtime Spot: FLORENCIO

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**FLORENCIO IS NOW CLOSED AT THIS LOCATION, BUT STILL OPEN IN RECOLETA** Florencio’s tiny café situated on a charming cobblestone street near the British Embassy was always a top choice to send visitors in the Recoleta area.  Even though it is one of my favorite merienda spots in the city, with only a few tables, […]

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Paying What It’s Worth A La Gorra: Pagano Club Social

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I never thought this would exist in Buenos Aires. A trend that has somewhat spread throughout European and American cities, but a model that seems very foreign to the culinary scene in Argentina: restaurants a la gorra. No set prices, you simply pay for what you think the meal is worth. Despite the economic risk, this […]

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I HEART Bagels: Quiero Bagel Delivery

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A long time ago I gave up hope on finding a true bagel in Buenos Aires.  I’d come across bread with holes in the middle, disguising themselves as the real deal, only to be severely disappointed by the lack of bagel goodness I hold so dear to my heart.  Luckily, thanks to the Buenos Aires […]

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Niji: As Authentic As Japanese Can Get, In Buenos Aires…

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With a lack of authentic Japanese restaurants in Buenos Aires, I am happy to add another place to the list.  Thanks to a tip-off from my favorite Treatsy and Lost Asian Buenos Aires food bloggers, I found out about the relatively unknown traditional Japanese spot: a hidden gem on the Belgrano-Nuñez border, where a Japanese mother and daughter duo run an […]

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The Bacon Trials: Baines Best Bacon Delivery Bacon

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The life of an amateur food blogger is quite hard work.  You have to go out to eat, take pictures of food and then write about it.  One of my most recent challenges included reviewing three pounds of glorious crispy, salty, American styled streaky bacon. And not just any bacon, the ONLY real bacon in […]

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Peruvian Fusion Supper Club: Casa Jauretche

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Puertas cerradas, closed door restaurants, supper clubs – call it what you will, this form of dining experience continues to increase in popularity with great spots popping up all over the city.  Since first receiving press about this trend back in 2006, chefs continue to invite a selective number of guests to enjoy a special […]

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Loca for Sopa: Soups at Sugar Bar

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**SUGAR NOW ONLY SEASONALLY MAKING SOUPS, CALL AHEAD TO MAKE SURE** In a country known for delicious guisos (stews), soup fails to make an appearance in the local food scene.  Should we blame Mafalda for the fact that it is almost impossible to find a delicious bowl of piping hot soup? Luckily, Sugar Bar (Costa […]

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Tallo Verde: Organic Produce Delivery

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Oh, there’s nothing like a huge box filled with fresh organic fruits and vegetables delivered right to your door. For all of you fatties who whine about how it’s impossible to eat healthy in this meat and cheese loving city, just put down the empanada and order from Tallo Verde, one of the very few […]

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