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5 Favorite Customs of Patriarchy

Yeah, you read the title right. Patriarchy lives strong in this latin country, where men pride themselves on being manly, and women very feminine.  That being said, the President of Argentina is a woman… This feminist has enjoyed the interesting … Continue reading

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The Argentine Asado

The Yanqui Asado finished at 3am on Sunday (an early night by Argentine standards) and the Argentine Asado started at 1pm.  Needless to say, that is a lot of meat consumption in a short period. Although the guest count was … Continue reading

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5 Favorite Things to Get Used to in Buenos Aires

5. Cookies for breakfast? If breakfast really is the most important meal of the day, someone forgot to tell the Argentines. For those of you used to consuming a healthy or substantial morning meal, I’m sorry to tell you that … Continue reading

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