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Take Me To Brunch Or Lose Me Forever

Here’s something about me: I don’t like going to the same restaurant twice, but I make exceptions for worthy invitations. Dean suggested Olsen for brunch, but let me make the ultimate decision.  I suggested ten other restaurants, which we google … Continue reading

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NOLAChef Gets It Poppin’

Thursday afternoons in Palermo Soho are officially my favorite, thanks to NOLAChef making my life a little bit spicier with her pop-up restaurant in Tout le Monde Cafe, on Gurruchaga! If you’re wondering what that means, a pop-up is when … Continue reading

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A Dinner Worthy of a Thank You Note: The Hernán Gipponi Restaurant

Dear Senior Gipponi, Thank you so much for the divine dinner last weekend!  Nora and I had a lovely evening.  We had heard so much about your restaurant after seeing amazing photos and reading rave reviews!  Your delicious pairing courses … Continue reading

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Malvon, A Favorite

Malvon is a favorite, but I use the word ‘favorite’ far too often, which negates its correctness.   This funky, run-down house in Villa Crespo serves up a noteworthy weekend brunch, and we all know: brunch is my favorite favorite. In a … Continue reading

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Thrice for the Charm – Colonia, Uruguay

On a sunny Saturday I sat on the blue cloth covered recliner of the river ferry, docked in  the Buenos Aires port, set to cross the river.  The engines fired up and I glanced at my blackberry, whose red light … Continue reading

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Antares – Cerveza Artesenal in Palermo Soho

Should one ever desire a change from red wine or the ubiquitous Quilmes, head to Antares for the nicer side of Argentine brewed beer.  The high ceilings of the warehouse style interior with cool blue hued walls contrast the warm … Continue reading

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Things That Are Nice at Fabrica del Taco

Kiwi Daquiris. Hot sauce. Eclectic Kitsch. Tacos, obviously. Please forgive the poor lighting in my photos and go get yourself a taco at: Fabrica del Taco Gorriti 5062 4832-0815

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Cumple de Kris en Sarkis!

My wonderful coworkers have made it a tradition to celebrate birthdays together over long lunches at our favorite middle-eastern restaurant in Buenos Aires – Sarkis! This time it was Kris’s birthday.  Happy Birthday Kris!  We shared a variety of appetizers. … Continue reading

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A Porcelain Teacup of Happiness at Felicidad

Felicidad is Spanish for Happiness. Joy. Cheer. Satisfaction. I met up with Amelia McGoldrick of Day Clicker Photo Tours last Friday to share a cup of tea at Felicidad in Las Cañitas.   Amelia had recommended the place and when I … Continue reading

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Kid’s Night at Chef Max’s Supper Club

I love the concept of a closed door restaurant.  I’m a fan of dinner parties in general.  The closed door restaurant takes the treat of a memorable meal, the company of a superb party and creates a sense of community … Continue reading

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