2024: A Gastronomic Journey Through Argentina’s Culinary Delights
21.11.2023 - 13:16
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With the MICHELIN Guide set to launch in Argentina later this year, starting in the City of Buenos Aires and Mendoza, there has never been a better time to sample Argentina’s world-class food, wine, beer and traditional delights. From the bounty of Mendoza’s renowned vineyards to the family-style Bodegóns located across Argentina’s vibrant capital, there are plenty of ways for travellers to immerse themselves in the local culture and experience the unique tastes and flavours of this South American country in 2024.
1. Try MICHELIN dining in the City of Buenos Aires and Mendoza: The MICHELIN Guide is set to make its debut in Argentina this year, with the first selection of restaurants in the two participating cities – the City of Buenos Aires and Mendoza – to be presented on 24th November. In 2024, visitors can experience the rich food and cultures of these two dynamic cities and be one of the first to sample cuisine from the newly awarded restaurants. Buenos Aires has long been known as a world-class destination for international and local foodies, home to exquisite fine dining restaurants and casual bistros, whilst the incredible wine culture of Mendoza has shaped the hospitality industry to offer exceptional restaurants and unmissable wineries.
2. Experience asado – the Argentinian barbeque: Asado is essential to the national identities of Argentinians. The simple definition refers to meat cuts (especially beef) laid on a parrilla or grill served with tomato and lettuce salad. But in Argentina, asado is much more than just a meal. It also refers to the gathering of people and the social event associated with eating it. The meal includes various cuts of meat; vegetables such as potatoes, red pepper with egg, onion and sweet potato; provoleta, a melted and seasoned provolone cheese; and offal, among them the choripán, synonymous with happiness. This iconic experience is often enjoyed at home, but also in many restaurants across the country.
3. Explore the breathtaking vineyards of Mendoza on the ‘wine route’: Home to more than 800 of Mendoza’s 1,200+ wineries, the ‘wine route’ covers the three main regions of Maipú, Luján de Cuyo and the Uco Valley. Wine enthusiasts are encouraged to take at least four or five days to explore this route, allowing stops at some of the destination’s most iconic wineries all framed by the spectacular Andes Mountains and lush green vineyards. Visit between January and March for Fiesta de la Vendimia, Mendoza’s National Grape Harvest Festival, which is the ultimate celebration for wine enthusiasts. Travellers can experience dancing, singing, parades and floats hosted in celebration of the harvest and its people, taking place in various parts of the province and