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Food of the World Food Truck Festival December 2016


A special edition of the now traditional open air street food market, this time exclusively dedicated to the food of different countries in the world, will take place on Friday, December 16th and Saturday, December 17th, 2016, in a night edition from 7 pm to 2 am, with free access to the public, in an area specially located at Hipodromo Argentino de Palermo, on Av. del Libertador & Av. Dorrego.

A gourmet festival with the participation of the best representatives of the local foodie scene in their food trucks, that will offer typical dishes from countries like Spain, Italy, Mexico, Greece, Japan, China, Syria, Peru, Germany, India, USA, Korea, Colombia, Bolivia, England, Brasil, France, Thailand, Argentina and many others.

The events will be suspended in case of rain.

Consult on Buenos Aires Market website for any other change of schedule.

International Artisans´Fair 2016


At the International Artisans' Fair ("Feria Internacional de Artesanias de Buenos Aires"), that will be held from December 6th to December 11th, 2016 at La Rural Exhibition Center, over 400 craftsmen from Argentina and Latin America will show their talent, creativity and skills, with live demonstrations of their work.

Individual artisans, official entities and delegations from the different Argentine provinces and neighboring countries will exhibit and offer their hand crafted unique pieces, while sharing their techniques and knowledge with the public. 

The stands are grouped according to the different kinds of crafts, including: ceramics; basket making; cutlery; leather; clothing; musical instruments; jewelry; wood; noble metals; paper; stone; textiles; glass, and more.

A great opportunity for visitors to purchase exclusive handicraft pieces at the best prices, while learning about cultural and artistic expressions from Argentina and Latin America.

Dates: December 6 through December 11, 2016.
Location: La Rural Exhibition Center. Av. Sarmiento 2704
Opening hours: 3 PM to 10 PM
Entry fees: 
General: AR$ 80
Pensioners: AR$ 65
Children under 8, free

Gallery Day - December 2016


Gallery, the original circuit for art lovers around art galleries, antique shops, museums and cultural centers, presents a new special edition of Gallery Day, that will take place in the neighborhoods of Palermo and Villa Crespo on Saturday, December 3rd, 2016, from 5 pm to 8 pm.

The Palermo-Villa Crespo circuit covers the area surrounded by the streets of Dorrego, Av. Santa Fé, Lavalleja and Gascón, with more than 30 art spaces that will open their doors to show the latest works of their artists.

There is a free transportation service with buses with the logo of "Gallery Nights", with fixed stops and a constant route to get to all of the spots in the circuit. A free walking tour around the most outstanding exhibitions will start at 5.30 pm from the meeting point at Espacio Pla, on Malabia 1841.

As always, there will be live music and free shows, and guests will be welcomed with a complimentary glass of champagne or premium beers. Maps will be provided to the public so they can visit their favorite galleries and exhibitions at their own pace.

This event is totally free of charge.
For maps and information on participating galleries: Gallery website.

La Gran Milonga Nacional 2016 - Open Air Tango Dancing


"La Gran Milonga Nacional", an open air event with live orchestras and street tango dancing along Avenida de Mayo, which is transformed for one night into a giant dance floor, will take place on Saturday, December 3rd, 2016.

This fantastic event, which every year occupies the traditional Avenida de Mayo, from Plaza de Mayo to 9 de Julio Av. is organized by the National Tango Academy and the Association of Promoters of Tourism, Hotel Business and Gastronomy (APTHGRA), in honor of the National Tango Day which is celebrated on December 11th.

La Gran Milonga Nacional will start at 8:00 pm, and will last until 3 am, with three central stages in the corners of Avenida de Mayo with Bernardo de Irigoyen, Piedras and Perú, and other smaller ones along the avenue, where the audience will be able to dance on the street to the music of live Tango orchestras, with their dancers and singers.

Free entrance. Suspended in case of rain.

Sabor USA Argentina American Food Week 2016



The first edition of Sabor USA Argentina Food Week, a gastronomic event that celebrates the best of the contemporary American cuisine, will be held from November 26th to December 3rd, 2016
A selected group of restaurants will offer menus at special prices representing the typical dishes of the USA. 
American and Argentine chefs will offer the opportunity to enjoy classics like smoked ribs, Philly Cheesesteak, chicken tacos, apple pie, and much more!
Sabor USA Argentina Food Week is organized by the American Embassy in Argentina and the Association of Hotels, Restaurants, and Coffee shops. 

Participating restaurants and menus (prices in Argentine Pesos)

The Embers - Ortiz 1865, Recoleta
* Pork ribs with barbecue sauce, coleslaw and baked potatoes with cream cheese, green onions, Parmesan and bacon + Apple pie with ice cream $260
* Pork with barbecue sauce, coleslaw and fries + classic waffle $217.

Fresco - Julio Roca 761
* Brooklyn Shrimp Sandwich: grilled shrimps, Philadelphia cream cheese, lime, carrots and cucumber $115.-
* Kale, shrimp and greens salad $130.-

El Picadero - Pasaje Santos Discépolo 1857
* Ribs BBQ + baked potatoes with cheddar and bacon + coleslaw salad $220

Fiera Parrilla Urbana - Av. Pedro Goyena 300 
* Ribs with barbecue sauce + potatoes with cheddar + 1 Jarra Fiera $400 (cover charge not included)

Almacén de Pizzas - O´Higgins 2081 / Elcano 304 /  Fitz Roy 1994 / Rivadavia 4718 / Av. Federico Lacroze 1802 / Av. Pueyrredon 2501 / French 230 /  Malabia 1825.
* Large Pizza New York style with cheddar and bacon + 2 sodas $319
* Large Pizza New York style with cheddar and bacon + 2 Corona beers $359

Down Town Matias - Echeverría 3195; Av. Pueyrredon 2501
* Ribs with coleslaw & smashed potatoes + Apple pie with ice cream $ 300.
* Premium Burger: 100% rib eye, bacon, cheddar, lettuce, cucumber, tomato & honey mustard + DTM Banana Split $250.

Urban Crepe - Paraguay 4978, (Distrito Arcos); Jerónimo Salguero 3172 (Alcorta Shopping); Moreno 809 (Hotel Intercontinental)
* Smoked Salmon Crepe, arugula, capers, Philadelphia cream cheese + Smoothie or Ginger $120

Banco Rojo - Bolívar 866, San Telmo.
* Sandwich Philly Cheesesteak with fries + artisan beer $135 + soda $85 - BBQ Pork Sandwich with fries + artisan beer $135 + soda $85

Poe - 3 de Febrero 2772, Belgrano
* Baltimore wings, potatoes with cheddar + beer Otro Mundo IPA $220.-

Mooi - Cuba 1985, Belgrano / Costa Rica 5468 - Palermo
* Kale salad with yamani rice koftas and coleslaw + lemonade Mooi $150.-
* Smoked salmon Bagel with cream cheese + lemonade Mooi $150.-

Sunae Asian - Humboldt 1626, Palermo
* Pao Marinade: steamed bread with marinaded pork, alioli with suka and cucumber kimchi & Gap Gimlet drink: vodka with ginger + basil + cucumber $200.-

La Puerta Roja - Chacabuco 733, San Telmo
* Chicken Tacos with potatoes + artisan beer $140 + soda $100 - Chicken wings BBQ + artisan beer $125 + soda $85.-

El Tejano - Honduras 4416, Palermo
* Brisket Sandwich with fries + 1/2 pint beer or soda $150.-
- Choriburger + 1/2 pint beer or soda $150.-

Urban Taco - Paraguay 4978, Palermo (Distrito Arcos)
* Burrito or Burrito bowl + soda or beer $120.-
* Three tacos with filling to choice + watermelon drink or beer $110.-

Franky Gourmet HotDogs - Paraguay 4978, Palermo (Distrito Arcos)
* Choice of Hot dog with rustic fries + soda or beer $110.-

Las Violetas - Av. Rivadavia 3899, Almagro
* Glazed Pound cake filled with raspberry jam and lemon cream + lemonade $150.-
* Chocolate chip and raisin cookies + herbal tea $70.-

Tea Connection - Sinclair 3027 /Cerviño 3550 /Migueletes 996 /Arcos 2102
* Homemade bagel with smoked salmon, avocado, arugula, cream cheese with dill and lemon + Homemade cheese cake with natural berries + tea or fruit water $ 281.-
* Chicken Caesar salad with greens, cheese sticks, croutons and Caesar dressing + Homemade cheese cake with natural berries + tea or fruit water $ 249.-

Selquet - Av. Pres. Figueroa Alcorta 6402
* Seattle pork ribs with Fosters Hollywood potatoes + Cherry pie with ice-cream $ 350.-

123rd Argentine Open Polo Championship


Saturday, November 12th, 2016, will mark the start of the most important polo tournament in the world, the 123rd Argentine Open Polo Championship (Abierto Argentino de Polo), or simply "El Abierto", that will take place until December 10th, 2016. This tournament, held every year at the Cathedral of Polo, the Campo Argentino de Polo in Palermo (Av. del Libertador & Dorrego), brings together the best polo players in the world, and it is one of the oldest and most prestigious events in the international polo calendar. It´s also one of the main social events in Buenos Aires.

"Abonos" (full set of tickets for the 11 dates) and individual tickets on sale through Ticketek Argentina. Tickets may also be available on the same day of each match at the stadium's box office, except on the final dates when they may get sold out in advance.

Don´t miss the opportunity of attending this world class event. Contact me to inquire about special hospitality packages, Polo Day Experience including specialized guide, or if you need help getting your tickets in advance.

Participating teams:

League A
La Dolfina: Adolfo Cambiaso Jr 10, David Stirling Jr 10, Pablo Mac Donough 10, Juan Martín Nero 10. Total: 40.
La Aguada Las Monjitas: Alejandro Novillo Astrada 8, Eduardo Novillo Astrada Jr 9, Miguel Novillo Astrada 9, Ignacio Novillo Astrada 9. Total: 35.
El Paraiso: Agustín Merlos 9, Ignacio Toccalino 9, Ignacio Heguy 9, Santiago Toccalino 8. Total 35.
Cria Yatay: Valerio Zubiaurre Jr 7, Cristian Laprida Jr 8, Joaquin Pittaluga 7, Ignacio Laprida 7. Total: 29.

League B
Ellerstina: Pablo Pieres 10, Facundo Pieres 10, Gonzalo Pieres Jr 10, Nicolás Pieres 9. Total: 39
Alegría: Guillermo Caset 10, Hilario Ulloa 10, Lucas Monteverde Jr 9, Frederick Mannix Jr 8. Total: 37.
Washington: Diego Cavanagh 8, Ezequiel Martinez F 8, Facundo Sola. 8, Alfredo Capella B 9. Total: 34.
La Irenita: Juan Ruiz Guiñazu Jr 7, Juan M. Zavaleta Jr 7, Matías Mac Donough 8, Clemente Zavaleta 7. Total: 29.

Fixture: (Final results and updates in red)

Saturday November 12 – League A
2.00 pm: La Dolfina 22 vs. Cría Yatay 7 
4.00 pm: Alegría 18 vs. Washington 13 

Sunday November 13 – League B - Suspended for rain
New Date:
Monday November 14 - League B
2.00 pm: Ellerstina 17 vs. La Irenita 10 
4.30 pm: L.A. Las Monjitas 13 vs. El Paraíso 12 

Saturday November 19 – League A
2.00 pm: Alegria 9 vs. Cria Yatay 7
4.30 pm: La Dolfina 18 vs. Washington 8

Sunday November 20 – League B
2.00 pm: L.A. Las Monjitas 14 vs. La Irenita 10
4.30 pm: Ellerstina 13 vs. El Paraiso 8

Tuesday November 22 – League A
2.00 pm: Cria Yatay 13 vs. Washington 12
4.30 pm: La Dolfina 20 vs. Alegria 10

Wednesday November 23 – League B
2.00 pm: La Irenita 14 vs. El Paraiso 12
4.00 pm: Ellerstina 14 vs. L.A. Las Monjitas 9

Saturday November 26 - Quarter Final 1 - Suspended for rain
4.30 pm: Alegria vs. La Irenita

Sunday November 27 – Quarter Final 2 - Suspended for rain
4.30 pm: La Aguada vs Cria Yatay

New dates: 

Monday November 28 -  Quarter Final 1
2.00 pm: Ladies Polo Test Match: Argentina 13 vs England 3
4.30 pm: Alegria 13 vs. La Irenita 11

Tuesday, November 29 - Quarter Final 2
2.00 pm: Golden Cup: The Emerging 198 vs Patagones
4.30 pm: La Aguada 10 vs Cria Yatay 14

Saturday December 3 – Semifinal 1
4.30 pm: La Dolfina 27 vs. Cria Yatay 4

Sunday December 4 – Semifinal 2
4.30 pm: Ellerstina 15 vs. Alegria 11

Saturday December 10
1.00 pm: Final Copa Cámara de Diputados - El Remanso vs Alegría
4.30 pm: Final 123rd Argentine Polo Open
LA DOLFINA 15 vs ELLERSTINA 12
LA DOLFINA CHAMPION OF THE 123rd ARGENTINE OPEN





48H Open House Buenos Aires 2016


Galeria Guemes
48H Open House Buenos Aires, the festival of architecture and urban planning of the city of Buenos Aires, will take place this year on Saturday December 3rd and Sunday December 4th, 2016. An open house weekend at those buildings that cause admiration and curiosity.  Buenos Aires was the first Latin American city to adopt the Open House concept in 2013. 

Open House offers the opportunity to enter for free and explore those private or public places that are normally closed to the general public, with the help of volunteers who generously give their time to accompany and comment on the tours, This year more than 90 buildings selected for their architectural heritage and cultural value and which usually can not be accessed freely will be open to the public, including the Comega Building, Palacio Barolo, Teatro Colon, Bencich Building, National Library, Galeria Guemes, and much more.

Only those who are registered through the Open House website can get access up to 4 selected buildings each day. Registration starts on November 15th, at 5 pm BA time. The spaces are limited. To secure entrance it is recommend to arrive early. ID is needed to enter the buildings on the day of the event.

Some of the buildings do not require previous registration, and there are some additional free activities like bike tours, Open Foto, City Walks, and Open Muro.

For more information visit 48H Open House Buenos Aires website.

International Festival Buenos Aires Jazz 2016


Between November 23rd and November 28th, 2016, the International Festival BUENOS AIRES JAZZ 2016 (BAJ.16) presents a program of concerts by national and international artists, offering the best of jazz in all its forms.

The opening night at Usina del Arte, on Wednesday, November 23rd, at 8.30 pm, will be starred by The Cookers, one of the most prestigious jazz groups, made up of Billy Harper, Cecil McBee, George Cables, Eddie Henderson, Billy Hart,  David Weiss and Donald Harrison.

The program of BAJ.16 will be divided into different sections:

International Concerts: Apart from The Cookers who will perform at the opening concert, the closing, in turn, will feature the exceptional duo of Portuguese singer Maria João and Brazilian guitarist Guinga. This year’s programming also spotlights on French jazz, featuring the group led by clarinetist Louis Sclavis, the Peirani & Parisien duo and the quintet of Omer Avital, in addition to performances by Tamarindo; the trio of Tony Malaby, William Parker and JT Bates, an essential band on the New York scene; great Chilean saxophonist Melissa Aldana, and the irreverent group known as Edi Nulz, with its large doses of rock riffs and indie spirit, among many others.
A series of solo and due piano concerts will be held at the Golden Hall of Teatro Colon, and a series of piano trio performances at Usina del Arte..

Chamber Jazz Concerts: held at the Chamber Hall of Usina del Arte, presenting Argentine-French quartet Todos los Pájaros, great Argentine pianist Lilián Saba, performing music by Bill Evans; Ben Van den Dungen Quartet, a high-energy hard-bop Dutch band; the formidable quintet led by Chilean Roberto C. Lecaros, and Relojeros (ya no quedan), a quartet featuring some of the best local jazz talent, led by pianist Ernesto Jodos and Spanish bassist Javier Moreno Sánchez..

"Cruces" (Crossings): Meetings between international and local artists, at the intimacy of Thelonius Club, Cafe Vinilo and Bebop Club.

Open Air concerts: In this edition the Open Air concerts held at the Amphitheater of Parque Centenario. will include the Jazzology series; the Big Band of Conservatorio Manuel de Falla, Francisco Fattoruso Group, Comotto Plays Hendrix, Gillespi and his band, Mariano Loiácono Swing Octet. among others.

"El Aula" (The Classroom): open classes, clinics, workshops and ensemble classes, all at Usina del Arte, including: Ensemble Workshops by Greg Burk and Andrew D´Angelo; drums workshop by Billy Hart; different clinics by: Ramesh Shotham, Christian Ramond and Jarry Singla; William Parker; Tony Malaby; Mariano Loiacono; Louis Sclavis, La Bomba de Tiempo, Agustin Fernandez; singing workshop by Joey Blake.

Jazz & Cinema: This section will showcase four great films about giant artists of jazz.

VENUES:
Usina del Arte: Av. Pedro de Mendoza y Caffarena
Anfiteatro del Parque Centenario: Av. Ángel Gallardo y Leopoldo Marechal
Teatro Colón Golden Hall: Libertad 611 
Café Vinilo: Gorriti 3780
Thelonious Club: J. Salguero 1884
Bebop Club: Moreno 364
Bower of Barrancas de Belgrano: 11 de Septiembre 1901
Carlos Gardel Cultural Center:  Olleros 3640
Julian Centeya Cultural Center: Av. San Juan 3255

TICKETS:

Paid concerts and workshops:
For the Opening and Closing concerts, for the international concerts at the Golden Hall of Teatro Colon, and for the sections Cruces and El Aula, tickets will be on sale from November 14th online though the Festival´s Website or at the following ticket offices:
*Tu Entrada: Av. Corrientes 728, Monday to Friday 10am to 8pm, Saturday 2pm to 8 pm
*Usina del Arte: Caffarena & Pedro de Mendoza, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 12pm to 9pm

Free concerts at Usina del Arte and Cultural Centers:
Free tickets will be given out 1 hour before the event at the Information Stand of each venue (2 per person)

Amphitheater of Parque Centenario and Bower of Barrancas de Belgrano: The admittance to the concerts programmed at the Amphitheater of Parque Centenario and Barrancas de Belgrano will be free, on a first-come first-served basis until completing the seating capacity.

The rest of the activities and concerts in the Festival are free of charge until reaching the maximum capacity of the venues and don't require advanced tickets.

For more information, purchase of tickets and daily schedules, visit Buenos Aires Jazz 16 official website.

Japanese Festival in Palermo


An artistic and cultural Japanese Festival will take place on Sunday, November 20th, 2016 on Avenida Figueroa Alcorta & Dorrego, from 11 am to 6 pm.

In this opportunity the Japanese people will pay tribute to Argentina in the year of the Bicentennial of its Independence. with karate and kendo demonstrations by martial arts groups, artistic shows, Japanese drums "Taiko", and much more.

At the same time visitors will have the chance to try Japanese food and purchase typical Japanese products at the more than 30 gazebos installed in this area of the Palermo parks.

Program:
11 am to 11:50 am: Iaido and Kendo (by Kenmukan Dojo)
12 pm to 12:20 pm:  Karate and Taiko (by Nitenki Taiko Dojo)
12:30 pm to 12:50 pm:  Aikido (by Centro de Difusión del Aikido)
1:25 pm to 1:40 pm: Tango (by José María Kokubu)
1:50 pm to 2:10 pm: Singing Yuri style (by Oto tachihiko)
2:20 pm to 2:40 pm: Japanese dance and songs (by Asociación Japonesa Burzaco)
2:50 pm to 3:05 pm: Japanese Songs (by Asociación Japonesa Sarmiento)
3:10 pm to 3:40 pm: Bon Odori Participative Dance
4:30 pm: Entrance of Patricios Regiment
4:35 pm: Performance of National Anthems
4:45 pm: Word by FCAJ President
4:50 pm: Words by the Japanese Ambassador
4:55 pm: Words by the Major of Buenos Aires
5:00 pm to 5:20 pm: Shows Taiko
5:30 pm to 6:00 pm: Bon Odori  Participative Dance
* Program subject to change.
* The events may be suspended in case of rain


It´s Jacaranda time again


As every November, Buenos Aires, gets painted in lavender blue, because it´s the time of jacaranda trees in bloom. They are all over the city, making this the most beautiful time of the year to visit Buenos Aires, for the unique chance to admire these beautiful trees.

The first specimen of Jacaranda, a tree original from the North-west of Argentina, was planted in Buenos Aires in 1875 with the inauguration of the 3 de Febrero Park, and since then it has been spread all over the city for its ornamental value in the different plantation programs. 

Some of the most beautiful specimens of Jacaranda trees can be admired in Plaza San Martin; along Avenida Figueroa Alcorta; Avenida Libertador near Plaza Francia (Recoleta); Plaza Italia; Plaza Alemania; Plaza de Mayo, Plaza Congreso, Palermo Parks, the Rose Garden, and many streets across the city.


















International Show Jumping Competition Haras El Capricho 2016


The 18th International Show Jumping Competition CSI2*-W Haras El Capricho will take place from November 24th to November 26th, 2016 at the in the international level courses of Haras El Capricho, located in the town of Capilla del Señor, 80 km North of  Buenos Aires.

This is one of the most important Show Jumping competitions in Latin America, sponsored by the Argentine Equestrian Federation and the International Equestrian Federation (FEI).

The most important events in the competition are:

Thursday, November 24:
3.00 pm: International Competition Swiss Medical (1.5 m)

Friday, November 25:
3:30 pm: International Competition Grand Prix (1.5 m)

Saturday, November 26:
1.00 pm: Exhibition National Vaulting Team
3.30 pm: International Competition Speed Derby (1.5 m)

Sunday, November 27:
3:30 pm: International Competition World Cup FEI (1.6 m)

As every year, a live music show will be presented at the stage located next to the main jumping course before the main competition on Sunday, November 27, at 2 pm, by "Los Totora".

Haras El Capricho offers top level infrastructure and services to enjoy a nice day in the countryside for the whole family:

° Nursery: playground and care takers for toddlers
° Food court: "parrilla", pizza, ice cream, kiosks.
° Exclusive stores: official merchandising, saddlers, equestrian art.
° VIP lounge: for 500 special guests.
° Free parking with security
° 2 roofed grandstands
All the activities are free of charge, and are not suspended for rain.

For more information, online results, general rules and courses of the competition, access map, and schedules, visit Haras El Capricho official website.
Don´t miss the opportunity of attending this world class event. Contact me if you want to  arrange for  private transportation.

The Night of Music 2016


On Saturday, November 19th, 2016, the city of Buenos Aires celebrates The Night of Music (La Noche de la Música), with free concerts and musical shows in public spaces, cultural centers, museums and many other venues across the city, from 7 pm to 2 am.

These are some of the outstanding concerts at the main venues:

Rose Garden, Av Infanta Isabel & Av Sarmiento
Rock concerts by  Airbag, Los Guarros, Animal, Barco, Coverheads, Planeador V and Un planeta, from 7 pm to 11.50 pm

Polo Circo, Av. Juan de Garay & Combate de los Pozos
Cumbia Pop by Dj Otto Bunge, Voxpop, Benjamin Amadeo, among others, from 7 pm to 11.40 pm

Amphitheater Parque Centenario, Marechal, Leopoldo & Lillo Av.
Symphony Orchestra; Tribute to Sandro, Symphonic show, and closing by La Bomba de Tiempo, from 7 pm to 00.15 am.

Centro Cultural San Martin, Sarmiento 1551
Audio-visual concert; Guided Opera Tribute to Giuseppe Verdi; Metallica; Jazzology Series. From 8 pm to 11.45 pm

Barrancas de Belgrano, Juramento 1792
Buenos Aires Symphony Band, at 7.30 pm

Esplanade of Malba Museum, Av. Figueroa Alcorta 3415
Centolla Society, at 8 pm.

Chinese Quarter, Arribeños & Juramento
Drums Buenos Aires Taiko; DJ Muzzi & Urgen Dance (China); Nuripae Samulnori percussion (Korea); Haien Qiu Rock (China), from 7 pm to 9.45 pm

Many other concerts, art exhibitions, musical shows and special promotions will be taking place at different Cultural Centers around the city. The complete program can be downloaded on this link.
All the activities are free, subject to capacity of each venue.

2016 Record Stores Night


The record stores of Buenos Aires will remain open during the night of Thursday, November 10th, 2016, for the 8th Record Store Night (Noche de las Disquerías) an event similar to the "Record Store Day" celebrated in different cities around the world.

During the night there will be free live music shows and important discounts at the participating music stores across the city:

DOWNTOWN

Zivals – Av. Callao 395
* 20% discount on CDs and DVDs.
Live shows:
6:00 pm: Fernando Goin. Tribute to Bob Dylan
7:00 pm: Yamila Cafrune. Guitars
8:00 pm: Orquesta El Arranque
9.00 pm: Leonardo Pastore. Presenting “Carlos Gardel Original” (Nominated to Latin Grammys 2016)
10.00 pm: Palo Pandolfo

Musimundo – Av. Corrientes 1753
* 30% discount purchasing 3 or more CDs or DVDs.
Live Show:
8.00 pm: Marcela Morelo

Other music stores offering discounts and promotions: Silbando discos (Av. Corrientes 1543); El Perseguidor (Av. Corrientes 1718); El agujerito (Maipú 971 – Galería del Este – Local 10); CDisquería (Av. Corrientes 1274); Magimúsica (Av. Corrientes 1644); La cueva musical (Esmeralda 494), Oíd Mortales (Av. Corrientes 1145 – Local 17); El Ateneo (Florida 340).

RECOLETA:

Notorious – Av. Callao 966.
Live shows:
7:00 pm: Jazz in the sidewalk
7.30 pm: Vanesa Martin
8:30 pm: Mariano Otero
9:30 pm:  Diego Frenkel
10:30 pm: Jam session with guest musicians
Photo exhibit by Marek Karewicz. Photographs of jazz musicians including Wayne Shorter, Winton Marsalis, Don Ellis, Charles Mingus, Sara Vaughan, Miles Davis and Nina Simone, among others.

Galería Bond Street – Av. Santa Fe 1670
The Anthology – Shop 7: Surprise Live Shows and special discounts
Thor – Shop 51: Special discounts

Other music stores offering discounts and promotions: El Ateneo Grand Splendid (Av. Santa Fe 1860) - Backstage (Av. Pueyrredón 1537)

PALERMO:

RGS Music - Av. Corrientes 5233 Shop 2
7:30 pm: Las Creme Brulee
8:30 pm: Las Nueces Magicas
9:30 pm: La César Pavón Orquesta 
10.30 pm: Ariel Prat
Vinyl set by Chris Pimiento
 *20% discount and special promotions

Piccolo y Saxo - Av. Santa Fe 3591
* 20% Discount on CDs and DVDs
Live Show:
7.00 pm: Lito Nebbia

Miles Discos - Honduras 4969
* Important discounts
Live Show:
7.15 pm: Hilda Lizarazu

Jarana Records - Soria 5125
* From 6 pm important discounts in nacional and imported vynil new and restored records
Liva shows:
DJ TUCU TUCU: Tomás Amante, Dolores Cobach and Jay Bird.

Primal Scream - Soria 5008
* Special discounts and promotions
Live Shows:
8.00 pm: Blue Jeans – Acoustic Blues
9.00 pm: The Blue Lenas – Covers of The Rolling Stones in acoustic format
10.00 pm: Blues Motel

Compakta - Pasaje El Lazo 3156 Local 7
* Discounts and promotions all day
Live shows from 7 pm:
DJs Manejahselectors
Martín Elizalde
Ine Güemes Acústico

Mercurio. Av Santa Fe 2729. First floor shop 42
Surprise artists and special discounts

Tempo de Borges Disquería. Borges 1666
* Discounts and promotions

Other music stores offering discounts and promotions:
Musimundo. Avenida Cabildo 1873: 30% discount on the purchase of 2 or more CDs.
El Ateneo. Cabildo 2093. 30%  discount on CDs.

Gourmet Festival and Horse Racing


The "Gran Premio Nacional" (GI), the oldest and most important race in the Argentine turf, will take place on Saturday, November 12th, 2016, at Hipodromo Argentino de Palermo, Av. Libertador & Dorrego.

On October 5, 1884, the Hipodrómo Argentino de Palermo inaugurated what would become the most important race in the yearly calendar, the Gran Premio Nacional. This great prize is also known as the "Argentine Derby".  This outstanding 2500-meter race is very attractive for the public since due to the distance the start is located facing the grandstands. Other classics (GI) are included in the day's schedule: Gran Premio Hipódromo de Palermo and Gran Premio Maipu.

The Great Prize "Gran Premio Nacional" will be the center of a spectacular journey that will start at 11:30 am, and that will include entertainment for the whole family, like a playground for kids, an art exhibition, and a gastronomic fair.

At the same time, the third edition of the gourmet festival “Apetito” will take place on Saturday, November 12th, from 12 pm to 2 am, and will continue on Sunday 13th, from 12 pm to 9 pm.


The best cooks and beer brewers will get together in the parking lot of Tribuna Paddock, with entrance through Av. Dorrego and Av. Libertador, with over 30 food trucks offering waffles, ribs, crepes, wraps, pizzas, smoothies, hot dogs, ice cream, coffee, and more!

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


Second edition of Carne! Festival dedicated to Argentine meat


The second edition of the gastronomic festival Carne! (Meat!), that will take place on Saturday November 5th and Sunday November 6th, 2016 at Hipodromo de Palermo, will bring together the best parrillas of Buenos Aires and the leading meat roasters. The grilled meats and different cooking methods will be the stars of this new festival aimed at fans of this icon of our culinary identity. More than 70 stands and food trucks will offer meats in all its varieties. Admission to the festival is free of charge. The fair will be mounted in the center of Palermo Hippodrome track in a natural setting with vegetation and small lakes.

Only suitable for carnivores, visitors will be able to taste red meat, fish, poultry, exotic meats and offal, among other dishes. Some of the recognized parrillas and local restaurants that have confirmed their presence are La Cabrera, Le Grill, La Dorita, Villegas, Paraje Arévalo, Aramburu, El Pobre Luis, La Mar, Campobravo, Las Nazarenas y Ravello, among others. 


The gourmet burger joints, so fashionable today in the city, will also be present in a special sector, with La Burguesa, Mi Barrio, Deltoro, Dellepiane, Francis Platz and El Rodazo. There will also be an area of food trucks, where specialties based on meat will be offered; Santiago Giorgini will prepare meatballs; Dogg's will offer 15 different types of hot dogs; Los Infernales, dishes with local meats such as ñandu, yacaré and llama, among others.

Fans of the meat will also have the opportunity to enjoy the best empanadas and cold cuts; buy dressings to take home; and learn the best recipes for the grill, in an amphitheater with talks and workshops.

All of this accompanied by an area of wines and wineries, Ice creams and traditional Argentine desserts.

Saturday November 5 and Sunday November 6, 2016.
Palermo Hippodrome. Av Del Libertador and Dorrego
Hours: From 12:00 pm to 11:00 pm.
Free admission
Suspended in case of rain.

Gallery Nights November 2016


Gallery Nights is the original circuit for art lovers around more than 40 art galleries, antique shops, museums and cultural centers, organized by the art magazine Arte al Día that takes place once a month between April and December each year.

The next edition will be held on Thursday, November 3rd, from 7 pm to 9.30 pm, in the neighborhoods of Retiro, Barrio Norte and Recoleta in Buenos Aires.

The meeting point will be at "ungallery" (Arroyo 932), from where at 7.30 pm a guided visit through the main exhibition spaces will be offered to all visitors, and maps will be provided to the public so they can visit their favorite galleries and exhibitions at their own pace.

As always, guests will be welcomed with a complimentary glass of sparkling wines or premium beers. There will be free live music shows on Arroyo street between Suipacha and  Esmeralda, by DJ Charec and his sets disco/soul from the 60’s and 70’s, and a show by Sophie Taylor.

The traditional circuit of Gallery Nights covers from San Martín to Ayacucho and from Tucumán to Av. del Libertador. There is also a free transportation service with fixed stops and a constant route to get to all of the spots in the circuit.

This event is totally free of charge.

Maps, participating galleries and more information: Gallery Nights website.

Architecture and Interior Design Exhibition Casa FOA 2016


Casa FOA is the most important yearly exhibition in which decorators, architects, designers, and landscape architects, selected for their talent and prestige, showcase the local and international trends in architecture, interior design, and landscaping. 

This year´s exhibition will be held from October 28th to December 4th, 2016, at Palacio Cabrera, an old neo-colonial style mansion, former retirement home, located on Jose Antonio Cabrera 5653, in the neighborhood of Palermo.

Casa FOA was born in 1985 as an initiative of Mercedes Malbrán de Campos and a group of ladies with the purpose of raising funds for the Argentine Ophthalmology Foundation "Jorge Malbrán" (FOA). With a growing success, Casa FOA has become one the most important events in the country´s cultural agenda.

The strategic selection of the venues and the careful and profound restoration of the chosen buildings give every edition of Casa FOA an indisputable value for the community, making it possible to associate its name not only to Argentine design but also to the preservation of buildings of great historic and cultural value, like: Casa de la Moneda (1995), Hotel de Inmigrantes (2000), Monasterio de Santa Catalina (2001), Casa del Patio de la Reconquista (2003), Hotel Avenida de Mayo (1991), Puerto Madero Dock 5 (1993), Palacio Alcorta (1994), Tattersal de Palermo (1998) Apostadero Naval (2000), Terrazas de Buenos Aires (2002), Tribuna II Palermo (2004), Puerto de Frutos de Tigre (2008), Edificio Tornquist (2013), Abadía de San Benito (2014), among others.

Dates: October 28 - December 4, 2016.
Location:  Jose Antonio Cabrera 5653, Palermo, Buenos Aires

Opening hours: 
Sunday to Thursday: 1 pm to 9 pm
Friday and Saturday: 1 pm to 11 pm

Tickets on sale at the venue
Entry Fees: 
Monday to Thursday: AR$ 150
Friday, Saturday and Sunday: AR$ 170
Children under 10: Free
Monday to Friday: Students and Pensioners 20% discount

More information: Casa FOA official website.

Museum Night 2016 - La Noche de los Museos 2016


The Ministry of Culture of the City of Buenos Aires presents the 13th Edition of La Noche de los Museos - Museum Night 2016, that will take place on Saturday October 29th, 2016, from 8 PM until 3 AM.

Since 2004 one Saturday night the museums of Buenos Aires stay open all night offering different cultural activities, all of them free of charge, in the same way as in other 130 cities around the world.

Over 240 museums and art spaces all across the city will be participating in this edition. During this special night visitors will be able to enjoy free guided visits, special exhibitions, as well as conferences, shows, theater performances, dance, screenings, video, multimedia, and diverse concerts of classical music, jazz, tango, folk, and rock, and move around the city on more than 80 bus lines that will offer free rides during the night, by printing this free pass.

For more information and complete program, visit La Noche de los Museos official website or download the full program in PDF (sites in Spanish only).

Polo: 123rd Hurlingham Club Open Championship


The 123rd Hurlingham Club Open Championship, the oldest Polo tournament in the world, will kick off this Wednesday, October 19th, 2016, with the participation of the eight best worldwide Polo teams and the top ranked polo players.
The Hurlingham Club Open is the second of the championships in the Argentine High Handicap Polo Season that make up the "Triple Crown", following the Tortugas Open Championship and preceding the Argentine Open Championship.

During the weekends of October 22-23 and October 29-30, and the final on November 6th, for the first time visitors will have the chance to enjoy a Gourmet Market and live music shows, among other activities. More information here.

Don´t miss the opportunity of attending this world class event and experience Polo the Argentine way. Contact me so I can arrange transportation for you (at least 24 hours in advance) or a full Polo package with specialized guide.

Tickets on sale on arrival at the club.

The schedule of matches is subject to change depending on weather conditions. Check for updates in case of rain.

Participating teams:

League A
La Dolfina: Adolfo Cambiaso Jr 10, David Stirling Jr 10, Pablo Mac Donough 10, Juan Martín Nero 10. Total: 40.
La Aguada Las Monjitas: Alejandro Novillo Astrada 8, Eduardo Novillo Astrada Jr 9, Miguel Novillo Astrada 9, Ignacio Novillo Astrada 9. Total: 35.
El Paraiso: Agustín Merlos 9, Ignacio Toccalino 9, Ignacio Heguy 9, Santiago Toccalino 8. Total 35.
Cria Yatay: Valerio Zubiaurre Jr 7, Cristian Laprida Jr 8, Joaquin Pittaluga 7, Ignacio Laprida 7. Total: 29.

League B
Ellerstina: Pablo Pieres 10, Facundo Pieres 10, Gonzalo Pieres Jr 10, Nicolás Pieres 9. Total: 39
Alegría: Guillermo Caset 10, Hilario Ulloa 10, Lucas Monteverde Jr 9, Frederick Mannix Jr 8. Total: 37.
Washington: Diego Cavanagh 8, Ezequiel Martinez F 8, Facundo Sola. 8, Alfredo Capella B 9. Total: 34.
La Irenita: Juan Ruiz Guiñazu Jr 7, Juan M. Zavaleta Jr 7, Matías Mac Donough 8, Clemente Zavaleta (n) 7. Total: 29.

Fixture (Results and updates in red):

Date 1 - Wednesday October 19 - League A - SUSPENDED FOR RAIN
Date 2 - Thursday October 20 - League B - SUSPENDED FOR RAIN

New Dates:

Date 1 - Saturday October 22 - League A - SUSPENDED BECAUSE OF BAD FIELD CONDITIONS

Date 1 - Sunday October 23 - League A - At the Argentine Polo Association in Pilar
2.00 pm: La Dolfina 23 vs Cria Yatay 9 (Match 1)
4.15 pm: La Aguada 10 vs El Paraiso 11 (Match 2)

Date 2 - Sunday October 23 - League B 
2.00 pm: Ellerstina 21 vs La Irenita 6 (Match 3)
4.15 pm: Alegria 13 vs Washington 11 (Match 4)

Date 3 - Wednesday 26 - League A - SUSPENDED FOR RAIN
Date 4 - Thursday 27 - League B - SUSPENDED FOR RAIN

New Dates:

Date 3: Saturday October 29 - League A
2.00 pm: El Paraíso 15 vs. Cría Yatay 11
4.15 pm: La Dolfina 16 vs. La Aguada LM 9

Date 4 - Sunday October 30 - League B
2.00 pm:  Alegría 23 vs. La Irenita 8
4.15 pm: Ellerstina 16 vs. Washington 11

Date 5 - Tuesday November 1 SUSPENDED FOR RAIN
Date 6 - Wednesday November 2 SUSPENDED FOR RAIN

New Dates - Semifinals

Saturday November 5 - League A
4.00 pm: La Dolfina 14 vs. El Paraíso 11

Sunday November 6 - League B
4.00 pm: Ellerstina 16 vs. Alegría 14

FINAL - Wednesday November 9 
4.30 PM: LA DOLFINA 9 VS ELLERSTINA 10

ELLERSTINA CHAMPION OF THE 123rd HURLINGHAM OPEN


Street Food Festival and Organic Market in Palermo


Two simultaneous and free Gourmet events will be taking place during the weekend of Saturday October 29th and Sunday October 30th of 2016 in the neighborhood of Palermo:

"FOOD FEST BA"


The first edition of "Food Fest BA" will take place on Saturday 29, from 12 pm to 11 pm, and Sunday 30, from 12 pm to 8 pm at the central court of La Rural Exhibition Center, on Av. Sarmiento 2704, with free entrance to the public.
This is an open air Street Food and Street performance event, where visitors will have the chance to try different kinds of food from 25 Food Trucks, a Gourmet sector with stands by some of the best restaurants in the city, an organic produce fair, as well as wines, beers and cocktails.
Various street performers will be presenting their artistic expressions, including street artists, DJs, skaters, bikers, tattoo artists, clowns, percussion artists, and live music shows.
More information: www.foodfest.com.ar/

Central court of La Rural


ORGANIC AND HEALTHY FOOD MARKET AT PARQUE LAS HERAS


The main producers of organic and healthy food in Argentina will gather again in a street market in Buenos Aires, on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30, from 10 am to 7 pm, with free access to the public.
Visitors will have the opportunity to taste free samples and buy at a promotional prices natural foods and beverages in an area specially located at Parque Las Heras, on Av. Las Heras & Coronel Diaz.
More than 60 gazebos will be installed, where the participating producers will offer products in the following areas: Oils; Alcoholic drinks (organic wines, beers); Soft drinks and natural juices; Cereals and seeds; Spices; Nuts; Fruits & Vegetables; Farm produce; Delicatessen; Gourmet food; Flour and derivatives; Mushrooms; Infusions; Vegetables; Dairy; Bakery; Jams; edible Flowers; Pasta; Herbs; Snacks, and more.
The gourmet sector offers special menus for visitors and healthy food to go or to enjoy right there on the communal tables of this picturesque market.