Culture & Lifestyle
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October 19 2015Where to Spend Halloween in Buenos Aires - American Style
Halloween, or Noche de Brujas in Spanish, is not particularly big in Argentina, although with the large crowd of expats in Buenos Aires, it has steadily been getting bigger, with more and more Halloween parties each year, offering a more...
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October 1 2015
Rio 2016: Floating Olympic Rings to Be Displayed for New Year's Eve
New Year's Eve in Rio de Janeiro is world famous, and just got a bit more special for 2015/2016. This year, the Olympic Rings will appear floating in the sea of the city's most famous beach. This symbol of the...
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September 29 2015
The Carioca Guide to Cachaça: What, How and Where to Drink It
Cachaça is a Brazilian distilled spirit and something you must try on your travels to Brazil. This national alcohol and the key ingredient in a caipirinha deserves a detailed look at the different types, how to drink it and where to...
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September 14 2015
Bsas4u Review: The Golden Age of Tango at Tango Porteño
Buenos Aires is a place that has its own particular charm in every season of the year. Our visit to Tango Porteño was on a rainy winter day, adding its own magic to a beautiful night of tango in Argentina's...
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September 7 2015
5 interesting Facts You Need To Know About Fernet
If you've just come to Buenos Aires and want to experience the nightlife and drinking culture of the Argentinians, then you'll have to become closely acquainted with the odd yet ever-alluring taste of Fernet Branca. The dark, syrupy alcoholic drink, which is similar to...
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August 26 2015
Bsas4u Review: El Viejo Almacén Tango Show
With so many tango shows in Buenos Aires offering everything from broadway spectaculars to intimate theatre experiences, it's nice to still have the option of an authentic and bohemian tango show in a historic building. El Viejo Almacén offers just...
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August 14 2015
What to Do during the Buenos Aires Tango Festival and World Championship
The Buenos Aires Tango Festival and World Championship, one of the most important tango events in the world, is back! Taking place between the 14th and 27th of August 2015, it is a two-week celebration of all things tango. Things kick...
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August 14 2015
Rio 2016: What to Do in Maracanã during the Olympics
After the 2014 World Cup, tourists returned to their countries with good impressions of Brazil's ability to host sporting events. So with the arrival of the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2016, a large increase in the number of visitors...
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August 10 2015
Bsas4u Review: Esquina Carlos Gardel Tango Show
One of the most elegant tango houses in the city, Esquina Carlos Gardel is located on the street Carlos Gardel in the Abasto neighbourhood, just around the corner from the statue of the singer himself. This building was previously home to restaurant...
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July 31 2015
Commemorative Coins for the 2016 Rio Olympics and Paralympics
For those who want a souvenir of the most anticipated sporting event in South America next year, the Central Bank of Brazil is rolling out a series of commemorative coins for the Rio Olympics and Paralympic Games 2016. Eighteen coins have...
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July 31 2015
5 Boutique Wines from Argentina You Should Taste
Buenos Aires is a wine lover's heaven. Walk into any supermarket and you'll find a large selection of wines to match your budget, no matter how big or small. While it doesn't take much effort to find a good bottle...
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July 20 2015
Bsas4u Review: Café de los Angelitos Tango Show
As one of the cafés notables (notable cafés) of Buenos Aires, and located on the corner of Rivadavia and Rincón Avenue, Café de los Angelitos is one of those special places that transports you back in time. A warm feeling...
