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Food and Crafts Fair Caminos y Sabores (Roads and Flavors) 2024



The 18th edition of the food and crafts fair "Caminos y Sabores" (Roads and Flavors), will be held at La Rural Exhibition Center between July 6th and July 9th, 2024, featuring typical food, tourism and handicrafts from all the regions in Argentina.

Caminos y Sabores is a large federal market of regional products made with added value by food producers, artisans, chefs and entrepreneurs who market, exhibit and present their specialties, conduct cooking classes and demonstrations before the general public. In this way, the fair brings producers from different parts of the Argentine territory closer to an audience with an increasingly demanding palate.

For 4 days, visitors will travel 9 thematic Roads to discover the flavors and richness in the country: The Federal Road, the Roads of: the Sweets, of Picadas, of Fruits of the Earth, of Infusions, of Oils and Dressings, of Drinks, of Tourism and Tradition, and the Road to Your Kitchen.

Meanwhile, the heart of the Fair will be made up of more than 500 food and beverage producers, artisans and entrepreneurs from Argentina who will allow the visitor to know what is hidden behind each product, the way they are made, the land from which they are produced. In this way the secrets of each grandmother, the memories of immigrants and the tradition of the natives, are once again valued.

In addition, 19 provinces will be present on the Federal Route with their own spaces where gastronomy and tourism will combine in a journey through the senses. 

For their part, 50 chefs will put their stoves into action to prepare the typical dishes of their regions, provinces and localities. 

More than 400 producers from all the Argentine provinces will be represented in the exhibition through their native foods and crafts. As every year from the first edition in 2005, visitors will have the opportunity to sample and buy: olive oil; home made salamis; cow, sheep and goat cheeses; wines from family owned wineries; homemade jellies; yerba mate and tea; craft beer; dulce de leche; just to mention some of the hundreds of products available.

At the Food Court visitors will be able to try and enjoy typical Argentine dishes and drinks such as Gin Tonic and Draft Craft Beer, knife-cut Lamb Empanadas, wild boar choripanes, cheese tamale, braised pork sandwich, cannoli with walnuts or almonds filled with sabayon, dulce de leche or chocolate, iced Alfajor, artisanal tea, etc.


Foto: Caminos & Sabores

Dates: July 6th through July 9th, 2024
Location: La Rural Exhibition Center. Entrance through Av. Sarmiento 2704.
Opening hours: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Admittance:
General: AR$ 10,000
Promotion 2x1 every day.
Children under 16: free
Tickets on sale at the venue.

More information: Caminos y Sabores official website.

Festival Sabores de la Patria 2024


A new edition of the Festival dedicated to the traditional Argentine gastronomy "Sabores de la Patria" ("The flavors of our Homeland"), will be held on Saturday, July 6th and Sunday, July 7th, 2024, from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm, at the park located on Av. del Libertador & Av. Pueyrredon (opposite the Fine Arts Museum) with free entrance to the public.

Numerous food stands will be offering a great variety of the most representative typical dishes of our country, such as: locro, carbonada, choripan, humita, tamales, pastelitos, empanadas, asado, churros, picadas, lentil stew, meat & potato pie, among many other local specialties and traditional Argentine products, like yerba mate, dulce de leche, wines, cold cuts, cheese, preserves, spices, honey, alfajores, and much more.

There will also be live music shows, and entertainment for children and adults alike.
The Fair will be suspended in case of rain.





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Carne! Festival dedicated to Argentine meat


A new edition of the gastronomic festival Carne! (Meat!) will take place on Saturday, November 11th and Sunday, November 12th, 2023 at Hipódromo de Palermo, bringing together the best parrillas of Buenos Aires and the leading meat roasters. Admission to the festival is free of charge

The grilled meats and different cooking methods will be the stars of this Festival aimed at fans of this icon of our culinary identity. More than 30 stands and food trucks will offer meats in all its varieties. 
Visitors will be able to taste red meat, fish, poultry, exotic meats and offal, among other dishes, including some vegan options!

Visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy the best empanadas and cold cuts; wines, craft beer, ice-cream, dulce de leche, and traditional Argentine desserts.

Saturday 11 and Sunday 212 of November 2023
Palermo Hippodrome. Av Del Libertador and Dorrego
Hours: From 12:00 noon to 11:00 pm.
Free admission
In case of rain the event may be suspended.

Exposición Rural 2023: Cattle Breeding and Agriculture Exhibition


The traditional Livestock and Agriculture Exhibition ("La Rural"), held every year in Buenos Aires for over a century, is one of the most important of its kind worldwide, bringing together more than a million visitors among producers, tourists and general public. 

In it's 2023 edition, that will take place from July 20th through July 30th, more than 4500 animal exhibitors and 400 commercial brands will be showing their products: laboratories, leather goods, banks, automotive industries, farm machinery, and providers of services and goods for the agricultural industry.


Visitors will have the opportunity to attend the many activities that take place every day during the Fair, such as:

° Cattle and equine competitions
° Cattle and equine auctions
° Cattle and horse breed exhibitions
° Traditional folk costumes contests
° Rein skills
° Polo exhibitions
° Indoor Pato (Horseball) exhibition
° Show jumping competitions
° Carriage exhibitions
° Military bands
° Farm machinery exhibition
° Live music shows
° Activities and workshops for kids

As well as exhibitions of all kinds of farm animals, sale of Argentine crafts, folk shows, and tastings of traditional products at the exhibition´s pavilions.







Location: La Rural Exhibition Center. Av. Sarmiento 2704
Dates: July 20th through July 30th, 2023
Opening hours: Every day from 9 am to 8 pm.

Admittance Fees:
Online: 
Thursday to Sunday: AR$ 2300
Monday to Wednesday: AR$ 1900
Family pack 4×3:
Thursday to Sunday: AR$ 6900
Monday to Wednesday: AR$ 5700
General at the venue: AR$ 3000.-
Seniors and Pensioners: Monday and Tuesday: Free - Wednesday to Sunday: AR$1500 (only at the venue)
Children under 8: Free every day
Exposicion Rural official website

Festival Sabores de la Patria 2023


A new edition of the Festival dedicated to the traditional Argentine gastronomy "Sabores de la Patria" ("The flavors of our Homeland"), will be held at Hipódromo de Palermo on Saturday, June 24th and Sunday, June 25th, 2023, from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm, with free entrance to the public.

Numerous food stands will be offering a great variety of the most representative typical dishes of our country, such as: locro, carbonada, choripan, humita, tamales, pastelitos, empanadas, asado, churros, picadas, pastelitos, among many other local specialties and traditional Argentine products, like yerba mate, dulce de leche, wines, cold cuts, cheese, preserves, spices, honey, alfajores, and much more.

There will also be live music shows, and entertainment for children and adults alike.

Location: Hipódromo de Palermo (Av. Del Libertador y Dorrego).
The Fair will be suspended in case of rain.






Federal Championship of Asado 2023


A new edition of the Federal Championship of Asado, dedicated to honor the Argentine identity through its more emblematic food ritual, will take place on Monday, July 19th, 2023, (National Holiday) from 10 am to 6 pm, in a giant open air event with free entrance to the public in downtown Buenos Aires, along Av 9 de Julio from Av. Corrientes to Av. de Mayo.

The 23 Argentine provinces and the Capital city of Buenos Aires will participate in the barbecue ("asado") competition. The participants, that will be evaluated by a panel made up of cooks from best Parrillas of Buenos Aires, will compete in four different categories for the title of best Asador of Argentina.

During the event visitors will be able to enjoy traditional Argentine dishes at the large Food Courts, as well typical national dances, live music shows, and lots of special activities.

The event may be suspended in case of rain.

Buenos Aires French Week 2022


The 14th edition of the French Week in Buenos Aires "Vivi Francia 2022", organized by the French-Argentine Commerce and Industry Chamber (CCIFA), and sponsored by the French Embassy, Alliance Francaise, and the Ministry of Culture of the City of Buenos Aires, will take place from Saturday, September 17th to Saturday, October 1st, 2022 with a series of activities to enjoy French culture, art, gastronomy, fashion, music and architecture, free and open to all.

Some of the most outstanding scheduled activities are:

Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th, 10 am to 5 pm 
VISIT TO THE FRENCH EMBASSY:
Joining the celebration of European Heritage Days (Journées Européennes du Patrimoine), the French Embassy in Argentina will open its doors to the public. This will allow visitors to discover the Palace Ortiz Basualdo, home to the French Embassy since 1939, built by French architect Paul Pater in 1912.
Besides the main entrance and the honor staircase, the public will be invited to visit the reception halls in the first floor, which make the Palace Ortiz Basualdo a significant example of the French influence in the Argentine architecture.



Accessing the second floor, visitors will admire the main dining room, the music room in a Louis XV style with Chinese decoration, the ball room, its mirrors and its painted boards, as well as the XVI century English style winter garden.
The visit is Free and does not require previous registration. An ID or Passport will be required to enter the Embassy.
Entrance will be on first come - first served basis, subject to capacity (be prepared for long lines). 
The French Embassy is located in Cerrito 1399, Recoleta.

During these two days an authentic French Market will be installed next to the Embassy, on Cerrito & Arroyo, offering typical French specialties, crafts and live French music:

Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th, 10 am to 6 pm
FRENCH MARKET "LE MARCHE":
Visitors will have the chance to taste and purchase French bakeries and different specialties of the French cuisine, such as boeuf bourguignon, blanquette de veau, croque-monsieur, crêpes, soupe à l’oignon, cheese, as well as pastries, tarte aux pommes, financiers, macarons, chocolate, viennoiseries, pithiviers, gateau au chocolat, and much more, in over 20 gastronomic stalls.
The market will be located next to the Embassy, on Cerrito & Arroyo.
(The market will be suspended in case of rain)



GOURMET ROUTE:
Several French restaurants and bakeries in the city will offer special menus and promotional prices during the week.

CULTURAL ACTIVITIES:
The Festival will also feature a movie series, art exhibitions, concerts, theater shows, French lessons, special visits to museums, free guided tours, conferences, and more. All the activities are open to the general public, most with free entrance but some of them with a limited capacity and admittance charge.

For more information and complete day by day schedules, visit the official website: Viví Francia (in Spanish only).

Federal Asado Championship 2022


A new edition of the Federal Asado Championship, dedicated to honor the Argentine identity through its more emblematic food ritual, will take place on Sunday, August 14th, 2022, from 10 am to 6 pm, in a giant open air event with free entrance to the public in downtown Buenos Aires, along Av 9 de Julio from Av. Corrientes to Av. de Mayo.

The 23 Argentine provinces and the Capital city of Buenos Aires will participate in the barbecue ("asado") competition. The participants, that will be evaluated by a panel made up of cooks from best Parrillas of Buenos Aires, will compete in four different categories for the title of best Asador of Argentina.

During the event visitors will be able to enjoy traditional Argentine dishes at the large Food Courts, as well typical national dances, live music shows, and lots of special activities.

The event may be suspended in case of rain.

Festival Sabores de la Patria 2022


The Festival dedicated to the traditional Argentine gastronomy "Sabores de la Patria" ("The flavors of our Homeland"), will be held at Hipódromo de Palermo on Saturday, July 16th and Sunday, July 17th, 2022, from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm, with free entrance to the public.

Numerous food stands will be offering a great variety of the most representative typical dishes of our country, such as: locro, carbonada, guiso de lentejas, humita, tamales, pastelitos, empanadas, asado, churros, dulce de leche, among many other local specialties and traditional Argentine products, like yerba mate, dulce de leche, wines, cold cuts, cheese, preserves, spices, honey, alfajores, and much more.

Location: Hipódromo de Palermo (Av. Del Libertador y Dorrego).
The Fair will be suspended in case of rain.




French Market in Recoleta - July 2022


After two years being suspended for the Pandemic, the authentic French Market "Le Marché" returns to Plaza Francia, on Av. Del Libertador between Dr. Luis Agote & Av. Pueyrredón on Saturday, July 16th and Sunday, July 17th, 2022, from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.

More than 30 gastronomic stalls run by some of the most renowned French chefs and producers in Argentina will be offering their special dishes characteristic of the French cuisine, such as boeuf bourguignon, crêpes, raclette, quiches, onion soup.

Visitors will have the chance to taste and purchase French bakeries and different specialties, like macarons, croissants, éclairs, croque-monsieur, pains au chocolat, crème brûlée, tarte Tatin, Paris-Brest, and much more!


There will be a sector dedicated to French produce, like artisan cheese, cold cuts, bread, mustard, jams, among many other delicacies.



Live French music shows, talks, tastings and activities for kids will be presented during the weekend.

Free entrance
May be suspended in case of rain

Food and Crafts Fair Caminos y Sabores 2022



A new edition of the traditional food and crafts fair "Caminos y Sabores" (Roads and Flavors), will be held at La Rural Exhibition center between July 7th and July 10th, 2022 showcasing the typical food, tourism and handicrafts from all the regions in Argentina.

Hundreds of producers from all the Argentine provinces will be represented in the exhibition through their native and artisanal foods and crafts. As every year from the first edition in 2005, visitors will have the opportunity to sample and buy: olive oil; home made salamis; cow, sheep and goat cheeses; wines from family owned wineries; homemade jellies; yerba mate and tea; craft beer; dulce de leche; just to mention some of the hundreds of products available.

In addition, every day visitors will have the chance to attend live shows, talks and cooking classes by some of the most renowned Argentine cooks.

There's also a sector where visitors will find a variety of handicrafts made with the typical materials and features of every Argentine region, including wool and leather products, jewelry with rodocrosite stone, and much more.


Dates: July 7th through July 10th, 2022
Location: La Rural Exhibition Center. Entrance through Av. Sarmiento 2704.
Opening hours: 12 pm to 8:00 pm
Admittance:
General: AR$ 1000
Seniors: AR$ 500
Children under 16: free
Tickets on sale at the venue or through this link.

More information: Caminos y Sabores official website.

Gastronomic Festival of the Foreign Communities - March 2022

 

giant Food Court representing more than 30 different foreign communities living in Buenos Aires will be set up on Avenida de Mayo between Bolivar & Chacabuco next Sunday, March 13th of 2022, from 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

The typical dishes of every country will be offered in more than 60 food stands along Avenida de Mayo, as well as crafts and traditional products from every represented country. Different traditional groups will offer their performances along the avenue and on the main stage through the afternoon.

This year more than 30 cooks will present their typical dishes to participate in the sixth edition of the "Foreign Communities Cooking Challenge", a contest that will consist of three stages and a final round, where a jury made up of renowned chefs will select the winning chef.

In case of rain the event will be held on March 20th.

Free entrance

Chori Fest at Hipódromo de Palermo


A new edition of "Chori Fest", the gastronomic festival dedicated to Choripan in all its varieties, will take place on Monday, February 28th and Tuesday, March 1st, 2022 at Hipodromo de Palermo, on Av. del Libertador & Dorrego, from 12 pm to 12 am, with free entrance to the public.

More than 30 stands and food trucks will be offering Choripan (the typical Argentinian sausage sandwich) in all its forms, from traditional to gourmet, produced with different kinds of meat, and prepared with a variety of breads and seasonings, including Vegan and gluten free options.

Chori Fest will also include a sector specially dedicated to other forms of fast food, like empanadas, hot dogs, asado and meat sandwiches; as well as a beer garden, and spaces dedicated to wines, cocktails and natural juices, ice cream and other desserts.

A Carnival parade will entertain visitors with their lively music and dance.

Free entrance.
The Festival may be suspended in case of rain.

French Market in Recoleta - March 2020


NOTICE: AS PART OF THE PREVENTIVE MEASURES FOR THE CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN SUSPENDED.


The first edition of the year of the authentic French Market "Le Marché" will be installed in Plaza Francia, on Av. Del Libertador between Dr. Luis Agote & Av. Pueyrredón on Saturday, March 14th and Sunday, March 15th, 2020, from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Over 25 gastronomic stalls run by some of the most renowned French chefs and restaurants in Argentina will be offering their special dishes characteristic of the French cuisine, such as boeuf bourguignon, carbonade flamande, crêpes, raclette, quiches, onion soup. Visitors will have the chance to taste and purchase French bakeries and different specialties, like macarons, croissants, éclairs, croque-monsieur, pains au chocolat, crème brûlée, tarte Tatin, Paris-Brest, and much more!


There will be a sector dedicated to French produce, like artisan cheese, cold cuts, bread, mustard, jams, among many other delicacies.



Live French music shows, talks, tastings and activities for kids will be presented during the weekend.

Free entrance
May be suspended in case of rain

Gourmet Festival and Horse Racing - March 2020



A new edition of the Gourmet Festival “Apetito” will take place on Saturday, March 7th from 12:00 noon to 1:00 AM; and Sunday, March 8th, from 12.00 noon to 11.00 PM, at Hipódromo Argentino de Palermo (Av. del Libertador & Dorrego).

The best cooks and beer brewers will get together with more than 30 food trucks offering hamburgers, crepes, pulled, pork, bagels, Mexican food, empanadas, fish, vegetarian food, pizzas, smoothies, hot dogs, ice cream, coffee, and more!

In Case of rain the The Gourmet Festival will take place on Friday March 13th, from 6:00 PM to 1:00 am, and Saturday March 14th, from 12:00 noon to 1:00 AM .


At the same time, on Saturday 7th, from 12 noon, Palermo Race Track presents "A Day at the Races", a special journey presenting the the Group 2 Classics Arturo R. & Arturo Bullrich for 3+ year old mares; and Otoño, for all 3+ horses, both on 2000 meters, as well as the Classics Saturnino J. Unzué (G2) & Santiago Luro (G2), (1200 meters), among other races, in a special journey that will also feature and Art exhibition; a Designer´s Fair; entertainment for kids; and a fashion show dedicated to sustainable design and Inclusion, at Tribuna Oficial at 5:00 PM.

During the afternoon, visitors will also have the chance to learn about the history and architecture of this emblematic site in the city of Buenos Aires, on a guided tour led by specialized guides, that will be available at 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM (previous registration at the Stand located at the entrance on Av. Dorrrego required).


All the events are with free entrance to the public.
Hipodromo de Palermo, Av. del Libertador & Dorrego.

Chori Fest at Hipodromo de Palermo



The first edition of "Chori Fest", a gastronomic festival dedicated to Choripan in all its varieties, will take place on Friday, January 24th and Saturday, January 25th, 2020 at Hipodromo de Palermo, on Av. del Libertador & Dorrego, in a night edition from 5 pm to 1 am, with free entrance to the public.

More than 40 stands and food trucks will be offering Choripan (the typical Argentinian sausage sandwich) in all its varieties, from traditional to gourmet, produced with different kinds of meat, and prepared with a variety of breads and seasonings.

Chori Fest will also include a sector specially dedicated to other forms of fast food, like empanadas, hot dogs, asado and meat sandwiches; as well as a beer garden, and spaces dedicated to wines, cocktails and natural juices, ice cream and other desserts.

Free entrance.
The Festival may be suspended in case of rain.

French Market in Recoleta, Night Edition - December 2019


The first Night Edition of the traditional French Market "Le Marché" will take place on Friday, December 13th and Saturday, December 14th, 2019, from 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM, at Plaza República del Perú (next to MALBA museum) on Av Figueroa Alcorta & Salguero.

For this special Christmas Edition, in addition to the traditional gastronomic specialties from the French cuisine - like Macarons, croissants, éclairs, croque-monsieur, crêpes, raclette, quiches, fresh oysters, among many other delicacies - visitors will have the chance to purchase their gifts from a selection of designers and entrepreneurs, including toys, bijou, knitwear, leather bags, pottery, maps, books, beauty products, and more!


Live French music shows and tastings will be presented during both nights.

Free entrance
May be suspended in case of rain