When people think of Argentina they often think of key food groups such as red wine and steak, but there’s an important food group they’ve forgotten… ice cream or ( Helado in Argentine Spanish ). Some of you may say that ice cream is not a food group, but frankly, you’re wrong. Some of you…
Dulce de Leche Argentine Alfajor: Story, Types, Recipe and more
Alfajores are an Argentine snack specialty, dating back to the early 19th century. They are extremely popular across the country and have grown to become a large part of the Argentine culture. For those of you who haven’t had the pleasure of trying one yet, a traditional home-made style alfajor consists of two buttery fluffy cookies with…
How to Make Dulce de Leche & Recipes
One of my favourite food items I have discovered here in Argentina is Dulce de Leche though popular in many parts of Latin America, Europe and even Asia I had never seen it before in my little old New Zealand. Legend has it that Dulce de Leche was discovered by accident in Argentina by the seemingly…
The (Ice) Cream of the Crop in Buenos Aires
Ice cream does not need an introduction. I won’t regale you about its history (it was invented in China around 200 BC), or what my favorite flavor is (it’s chocolate). I won’t even go into how the waffle cone was introduced (at the world’s fair in St. Louis in 1904 a vendor needed help and…
The Argentine Alfajores
Recent arrivals to Argentina may not be aware of one of the most incredible delights available at every corner store and bakery in and around the city of Buenos Aires. People know about wine, steak, pizza, and maybe even the nation-wide obsession with “dulce de leche”, but one thing that few discover until someone points…
Little Things That Keep Life Interesting in Buenos Aires
I have been living in Buenos Aires for a year now, and this year I am trying to immerse myself fully in the Argentine culture. For me as an European sometimes it is very hard to understand why Argentines would do certain things, which seem completely normal to them but at the same time cause…
Argentina’s Sweet Tooth Part 2 – Anything But Chocolate Category
As a continuation to Sweet Tooth Part 1, I’m going to introduce you to the non-chocolate sweets and candies that we locals like to enjoy on a daily basis. You can easily find them in any kioscos in your neighborhood. Palitos de la Selva – These are soft candies, tube-shaped with a strawberry-vanilla flavor. A…
