Nuevo tango (new tango) began to develop over twenty years ago with the adoption of different musical elements into the traditional orchestra-based tango music. Hints of jazz and classical were gradually introduced and at the same time dancers began to infuse the traditional dance steps with a combination of new styles including salsa and swing.

Nowadays you can catch all types of milongas in Buenos Aires where people dance to anything from electro tango to Elvis. Acoustic and electronic blend, dancing styles mesh and milongas are held in living rooms however even with new, alternative tango it is still not a case of ‘anything goes’. Before attempting to dance at a milonga make sure you know at least some of the basic steps, as the dance is still taken seriously and tradition prevails that those dancing in public should be good enough to warrant it.

Don’t let this put you off though as alternative tango nights are a great deal of fun and show a different side to this still dynamic dance that has been somewhat homogenized by poorer tourist shows.

On Friday nights in San Telmo, the humble Club La Independencia (Avenida Independencia 572) hosts an alternative tango night, Otros Buenos Aires (www.otrosbuenosaires.com). Here you can expect to see some of the city’s hot young dancers working themselves around the floor to anything from contemporary new tango to old jazz classics. Also recommended for a spot of new tango is Soho Tango (Cabrera 4849), which usually fills up with a young crowd, or La Catedral (Sarmiento 4006) for some alternative nights.

Another way to experience alternative tango if you aren’t quite ready to put on your dancing shoes is through the music. Electro tango is a widening genre and outfits including Gotan Project and Tanghetto are projecting it onto the international music scene. While groups such as Ultratango still regularly play in BA.

For listings of special alternative tango events keep your eye open for the bi-monthly Time Out Buenos Aires magazine and bi-lingual website www.whatsupbuenosaires.com

Whether you want to engage your feet or your ears, alternative tango offers you a different way into the nation’s cultural blood stream.

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Llao Llao Hotel & Resort – Bariloche

The Llao Llao is one of the most respected hotels in Argentina, and is a traditional image of lodging in Bariloche, in the Lake District of Patagonia. Located in the Nahuel Huapi National Park, Llao Llao, Province of Río Negro, Patagonia, the hotel is overlooking the Moreno and Nahuel Huapi Lakes. Designed by famous architect Alejandro Bustillo in 1939, this hotel also has an 18-hole golf course.

As you would imagine, the service is top notch and sets a model to follow for other hotels in the area. The 159-room hotel has a range of activities available, though you might also want to just relax and enjoy the scenery or the comfortable accommodations. The Llao Llao is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, but maintains its traditional style and character.

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Eolo Lodge – El Calafate

This estancia in Santa Cruz province was opened in 2004, but keeps in check with traditional Patagonian design and motif. All of the modern amenities like Wi-Fi, a TV room, and a heated pool and sauna are available, but the design is homey and comfortable, as if you were in your own house. The style of the estancia is an English Tudor, with an amazing 180 degree view from Lago Argentino on the left to Chile on the right. No surprise that this estancia is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Located outside of El Calafate, the estancia is nearly isolated and totally in tune with nature. It’s about an hour drive to Glaciers National Park, where you can visit the main highlight of El Calafate, the Perito Moreno Glacier. The lodge has its own activities and excursion opportunities, but does not include the glacier visit. 17 rooms and suites keep this estancia exclusive and the service personable. As an all inclusive lodging, the delicious meals are included, taking away the reason to trek into town all the time.

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Los Cauquenes – Tierra del Fuego

Down at the bottom of the world lies Los Cauquenes Resort & Spa. Even though Ushuaia isn’t known for particularly great accommodations, this hotel built in 2005 has set the bar high. Already a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World and Condé Nast Johansens, Los Cauquenes stands out as the best hotel in the city. The hotel is located on the banks of the Beagle Channel, with Chile across the way. To the front you find towering Andean peaks and hills.

The 54 rooms come complete with Wi-Fi, DirecTV, mini bars, and incredible views of either the channel or the mountains. A high end spa, two living rooms, and gourmet restaurant complete the experience. In terms of other high end luxury hotels in Argentina, Los Cauquenes might not be the best of the best, but for its location it outdoes the rest.

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House of Jasmines – Salta

House of Jasmines was once a private residence, but has been turned into a luxury hotel that ranks as a member of Relais & Chateaux. It’s a bit far away from the city of Salta (about 30 minutes) and off the beaten track, but this only adds to the allure and tranquility of the location. It’s far away from civilization, but hardly uncivilized, defining luxury for the region. Actor Robert Duvall once owned this estate, but sold it to the new owners Stéphanie and Raoul Fenestraz.

The 12 rooms come with their own different charms and touches, though the designs are simple and airy. Wi-Fi is available throughout the estancia, as well as room service and laundry. Guests are free to roam around the grounds and take part in activities in the region, though hanging out and relaxing might be one of the most enjoyable parts of the stay here.

El Colibri – Córdoba

Yet another member of Relais & Chateaux, El Colibri is noted as one of the best estancias in Argentina, not only for its scenery and service, but for its activities and accommodations. The estancia is about 45 minutes from the international airport in Córdoba, setting it away from noise and other lodging. Here you can go horseback riding, follow gauchos on their daily activities, or go dove shooting. With a gourmet restaurant and asados, you won’t have a need to go into town.

Nine differently appointed rooms maintain a traditional decoration, though they are extremely comfortable and welcoming. During the day the grounds are quiet, and guests are free to roam around on their own if they want to. Polo is the main activity here, but even if you don’t follow the sport much you can watch as horses are trained and prepared. And of course, there are plenty of other activities for the whole family.

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Cavas Wine Lodge – Mendoza

Yep, you guessed it. Another member of Relais & Chateaux, the Cavas Wine Lodge is a unique experience in itself. Nestled in between vineyards and some of the best wineries in Argentina, this lodge is at the foot of the Andes. Cavas is 20 miles south of the city of Mendoza, surrounded by nature, yet it is only a 25 minute drive to the airport. The lodge consists of 14 adobe cabins with total modernity and luxury inside. On the second floor of each house is a seating area with a fire pit. During the day you can gaze at the mountains, and at night you can watch the stars.

Cavas has a state of the art spa and excellent restaurant, serving up some traditional asado and Argentinian steak. From the hotel, it’s easy to visit other wineries in the area, take part in excursions, or just relax and make the most of your stay. Take heart in knowing that you’re staying at one of the best accommodations in South America.

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Anuva Wines

This is a great option for an affordable wine tasting of wines from all over Argentina. Anuva Wines is also a wine club and is the only company we know that affordably ships wine to the U.S. They host wine tastings in their Las Canitas tasting room and specializes in wines from boutique wineries that are largely only available in Argentina. The tastings are quintessentially Argentine with a focus on Malbec, Torrontés and Bonarda. The 40 u$d price is great for a tasting with 5 wines, 5 specific food pairings, a comprehensive presentation of the wines, Argentine terroir, history, local restaurant and sight seeing recommendations and refills on the wines you like. Anuva also offers hotel delivery, apartment delivery, handy reusable wine bags, and its wine club and shipping service. Anuva accepts requests for special tastings and can accommodate large groups is enough advance notice is given.

Casa Coupage

Casa Coupage offers one of the most unique wine / dinner experience in Buenos Aires. While not strictly wine tasting, it is definitely worth checking out. The venue doubles as the home of the owners, whose concept is to create a welcoming space, in which visitors can focus on their individual sensory experience and develop their palates through blind tastings. Their Bistro Innovacion happens on Thursday and Friday evenings by reservation only, and includes a generous seasonal menu – food is an integral part of Argentine wine drinking culture. Alternatively, you can arrange for a private tasting session for two to twenty people. In either set-up, the owners communicate wines in an incredibly dynamic and personal way that is truly special and authentically Argentine.

Terroir

This upscale vinoteca in Palermo, is a good option if you are serious about wine and are willing to invest time and money in a tasting. The slightly pretentious venue caters towards an upper class cliental and has a portfolio consisting of mainly high-end wines. Consequently, if you are budget minded you may find the vast cellar here a bit limited, not to mention intimidating. Tastings start at around AR$250 per person and a standard tasting for a group of around eight people will set you back between AR$450-500. The owner puts careful effort into tailoring the tasting to your preferences, but only as long as you have done your research beforehand and have given serious thought to the kinds of wine you want to try.

Winery

This vinoteca (wine shop)/resto-bar chain, offers wine tasting at three of their locations: Puerto Madero, Avenida Alem, and Avenida Libertador. For AR$98 you can enjoy a sampling of five AR$50-$70 bottles of wine (four red, one white), as well as an assortment of tapas. Winery is ideal if you enjoy drinking without chatting, as you are left largely on your own to taste wines with simply a sheet of paper on which you can mark your impressions. There is an option, however, to hire an in-house sommelier to guide your session if you prefer a more interactive experience.

Club 647

Club 647 is your best bet for a ‘walk-in’ tasting as well as for excellent wine-food pairing. One of the best new restaurants in Buenos Aires, Club 647 has put much thought into creating a wine menu that complements their amazing dishes. They have designed an extremely user-friendly and clever wine list that is categorized by character as opposed to more conventional varietal or regional groupings. For example, whites are dived in into dynamic sub-categories such as ‘fruity with medium suppleness,’ ‘elegant and supple with yeast notes,’ and ‘fresh, young and light bodied.’ Tailored tasting flights include 4-5 wines and cost between AR$100-$150.

Gran Bar Danzon

Buenos Aires’ only definitive wine bar, Gran Danzon is another solid alternative if you do not have time to organize or book a tasting in advance. Though the bar does not offer tasting flights, it has the most extensive ‘by the glass’ menu of wines to be found in Buenos Aires, from which you can create your own ‘tasting.’ Prices range from $8-$16 per glass for white wines and $10-$32 for reds.

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Parades, floats, folklore dances, lights shows, free food and, of course, plenty of wine, the Vendimia stirs up a torrent of activity during its peak.

Local neighbourhoods start gearing up for the Vendimia festival early in the year selecting their Reina (Queen) to put forward for the national competitions in March. Large billboard posters of the queens are plastered all over the city and huge cardboard cutouts sit outside the tourist office for weeks before the competition.

Mass wine tasting sessions start up around the end of February with local vineyards bringing a variety of their wines for thirsty tourists and Mendozinos to try. The Italian community usually puts on a nice spread in the last week with (an Argentine version of) Italian food and wine. However for the real foodies, the parade on the Friday night and Saturday morning is where you want to be as the floats move past you throwing out food and wine. After a few accidents in recent years, the bottles of wine are now passed out and the watermelons are thrown reassuringly less vigorously.

Friday night is the parade of the queens where a large crowd of people line the streets holding buckets on sticks to collect anything thrown in their direction. On Saturday morning it is a longer family parade with displays from gauchos and dancers.

Another important part of the Vendimia is the blessing of the grapes. One of the original components of the traditional festival, the blessing of the grapes takes place the Sunday before the final weekend when people gather to pray for a good harvest that year.

During the final weekend there is the big show on Saturday night with the election of the Vendimia Queen and also a long spectacle of dance and performance with an abundance of music and light displays. For those who miss the big show, or cannot afford the tickets, the show is repeated on Sunday and Monday at a cut cost.

After the festival, activities wind down and the real work kicks in as grape pickers migrate to the vineyards to collect the year’s bounty in record speed.

For more information about the Fiesta de la Vendimia visit the official website at http://www.vendimia.mendoza.gov.ar/vendimia/

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Steak

Three of the most popular things that tourists want to do in Argentina are eat steak, drink wine, and see some tango. This is all a great way to get into the culture, but if you’re not careful, you could spend too much. While going to one of the best steak houses in the city will certainly be a great experience, consider going to one of those run down-looking neighborhood restaurants. It’s pretty hard to get a bad steak anywhere in this country, and it will most likely be better than anything you can get at home anyway. So go for a cut at a local restaurant where prices are more reasonable. How will you know what is cheaper and more authentic? First, check the area you’re in. You will definitely pay more in a restaurant near Calle Florida or in Recoleta than you would in Almagro or even Palermo (depending on where in Palermo). Also, check for who’s in the restaurant. Do they look like tourists or local families? Let me start you off with one idea: Palermo Viejo (name of the restaurant) on Thames y Chacras. Cheap, friendly, and good food. What else do you need?

At the end of the day, if you’re staying in a hostel or hotel with a kitchen, just go into a super market or carnicería and buy your own. You will spend less than $15 pesos, and all you need is some salt and any sides you might want. Try the tapa de asado, a cut of meat that works well with ovens. Put some salt on it and on low heat cook it for about an hour. That’s all.

Wine

Wine is delicious here, and you have to go really low to find a bad bottle. Walk into a local grocery store and go wild. A regular bottle will range from $9-15 pesos, but for a good bottle you could even splurge up to $30. Keep in mind that the exchange rate hovers around $3.8 pesos per $1 USD. While the more expensive labels like Catena Zapata and Achaval Ferrer are fantastic, you can save those for your wedding. Just make sure you avoid going so cheap as to buy from a box, because that would be a terrible mistake.

Tango

Tango shows are all over the city, ranging from extravagant spectacles to simple half hour pieces put together for cruise ship passengers on a tight circuit. If you want to be as cheap as possible, walk around San Telmo’s Calle Defensa on a Sunday and just watch the dancers in the street. Feel free to drop them some money if you liked the show. Go a step up and enter a milonga, which is like a night club specifically for tango. This is authentic, and where tango truly takes place. There are no special performers, just regular people who dance. You don’t have to participate if you don’t want to, but you can watch from the back and appreciate it. You can get into a milonga for about 15 to 20 pesos, and sometimes the cover comes with a drink.

Additional Notes

Buying a beer in a store is a cheap way to get a buzz going, but hang on to the bottle. If you buy a $5 peso liter beer and return the bottle, your next one is going to be nearly half the price. Go recycling!

Aside from steak, good food in Argentina is extremely cheap. A slice of pizza or an empanada will run around $3 pesos on average, but if you can manage to get into lodging with a kitchen you will save more money in the end. Buy a pre-pizza at the super market for around $3 pesos and add some cheese or whatever else. Put it in the oven and now you have an entire pizza that’s actually good.

Keep in mind the time of year that you visit. Summer peak season (winter in the Northern Hemisphere) will bring jacked up prices as well as temperatures. Visiting in August, for example, will mean lower bus tickets to other cities around the country and vice versa. You trade off better weather, but get more in return for the value.

Don’t fall into the trap of doing all of your shopping in places like Calle Florida, Recoleta, or Palermo. First of all, just about everything on Florida is overpriced and is mostly junk. Recoleta and Palermo are known for having great shopping, but their stores can be expensive as well. If you’re looking for quality leather, check out the Balvanera neighborhood. On Calle Solís you find a leather district that is all but unknown to foreigners, yet has high quality goods at regular prices.

You’re always going to get a better rate on excursions when you have more people, so even if you’re traveling alone, try to buddy up with some people at the hostel. Even if you’re a lone ranger, it’s worth it if you need to save some coin. And in respects to taking a taxi everywhere, you can get around that with the subway system and buses. The subway is limited in that it doesn’t go everywhere and stops by around 11 pm. But buses run 24 hours a day and cost less than $2 pesos for even the greatest inner-city distances. Just make sure you know the routes well, as buses weave and don’t have advanced stop announcement systems. Buy a Guia T at a newsstand for all of the routes, plus maps of the city that are much more discreet than a large touristic map.

These are just some of the ways in which you can get by on a tight budget, but of course it’s always up to you how you prefer to spend your money. Maybe just cut the steak out altogether and hang out in the park where you don’t have to spend any money. There’s plenty in this city to keep you going.

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Editor’s Note: If you are an American, Canadian, or Australian citizen, then the Argentine government has decided to treat you the same way your respective countries treat its citizens.  By charging you money for the privilege of visiting. Thanks to Jimena Moses of 1stClassArgentina.com for the news.

Suddenly, over the weekend, the Migrations Office of the Argentine Department of State posted on their website that the reciprocity tax will become effective on January 1, 2010.  Up until this point there has been mixed information from both the government, travel organizations, airlines, and the like. We have tried to get as much detail as possible but government officials have been reluctant to share specifics. We do not know how or when the reciprocity tax will actually be implemented.

The official version states that:

• Start date January 1, 2010
• Collection will be at Ezeiza airport only
• Payable in pesos, US dollars, credit card and travelers checks
• Entry fee / Reciprocity tax is based upon the cost for an Argentine citizen to get a Visa:
  • Australia: US$ 100.-
  • Canada: US$ 70.-
  • US: US$131.-

The US embassy has sent a message stating that collection is to start on December 20th and is valid for 10 years. We were not able to confirm this information.

We are waiting for further information regarding:

• Collection process: before, while or after passport control
• Collection to transit passengers to a third country
• Other entry airport / ports / land borders collection fee
• If it should be paid at exit if entry was through another border control (Iguazu/Foz de Iguassu, Torres del Paine/Calafate, Santiago de Chile/Mendoza, Lake Crossing in Bariloche, Atacama / Salta, Ushuaia port, Buenos Aires port, Buenos Aires domestic airport for flights from Uruguay, other minor international airports such as Bariloche, Mendoza, Salta, Cordoba and Ushuaia).
• If more countries are being added to the list
• Validity or multiple entries
• If it can be purchased in advance

Several high level meetings within the industry and with the Tourism Minister and government officials have been taking place urging to delay or cancel it altogether. The bill was passed by Congress in October 2009 but the President vetoed the bill to avoid the negative impact it would generate in the midst of an economic crisis topped by the swine flu spread.

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The biggest difference between the Palermo store and the downtown CBC flagship is space; lot’s of it. The new CBC is set up like a traditional old-style Buenos Aires house. You walk in to a small open-air patio with a large first-floor dining area and service counter, as well as exterior stairs leading to an open-air 2nd floor terrace. To me, the terrace is the big selling point. It’s partly covered, with a fully functional bar and large wooden octagonal picnic tables. Though now it serves as a dining/drinking area, it certainly lends itself to the potential for large group parties, drink-ups, or even live music. The space is spectacular, and most importantly it’s quiet, which is rare in Buenos Aires.

The menu is pretty much the same as you’d find in the downtown store. It’s pretty simple: a) pick either tacos, a salad, or a burrito. b) pick your chips and drink combo. c) pick your fillings, sauces, and garnishes. At first glance the prices seem a little high, however if you look at the volume of food, as well as the diversity and quality of ingredients, you definitely get your money’s worth. Comparatively speaking it’s about the same price as Burger King combos, but with REAL food, and more importantly, beer. They are also pushing a new desert item on the menu, however, by the time you’ve finished one of their burrito combos, the thought of eating anything more is tough for even the hungriest guest.

Besides the food and space, another thing you immediately notice is the attention to detail and customer service. The place is sparkling clean, the service is fast, and if there’s any problem with your order, it’s fixed without even a second glance. There’s also a very personal feel to how the staff interacts with their clientele. If you’ve eaten there, chances are you met one of the owners and didn’t even realize it. One of them is always on site, and they usually make it a point to introduce themselves, ask you about the food, shake your hand, or even sit down with you for a beer.

This place is definitely worth checking out, even if you’re just in town for a few days. It’s definitely a must-see for both locals and foreigners. My favorite CBC combo is the Tijuanamama with guacamole nachos and a Corona ($31 Pesos Arg.).

The CBC Palermo is located at Godoy Cruz 1781, at the corner of Honduras. For more info, check out their website at www.californiaburritoco.com/

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The word “Menesunda” comes from the tango slang meaning fusion, mix or even disorder.

Recently, a new surge of energy has been injected into La Menesunda by the new owners, an enthusiastic couple, Damián and Celina.

The hostel is bright and colorful with luscious green plants and candles dotted around along with comfortable seating. There is a mixture of spacious private rooms and dormitories. A four person and 2 six person dorms are available and some private rooms are en-suite. The shared bathrooms are particularly nice as they are roomy and well maintained. Each is fitted with a toilet, shower and sink and offers complete privacy to the individual. One is equipped with a hairdryer.
Dorm rooms start at AR$37 and private rooms at AR$85. Generous discounts are given to long term residents, students and guests attending conferences.

There is also a large fully equipped kitchen with two fridges and a freezer to store your food along with a microwave. Soft drinks, wine and beer are also sold on site.

Breakfast is included in the price of your stay and is served from 8 am to 11am. It includes coffee, a variety of tea, bread rolls, a mixture of jam and the obligatory dulce de leche. At the weekend there is also a delicious selection of facturas- Argentine pastries.

La Menesunda´s guests are a mixture of long term residents, backpackers, romantic couples and occasional families. It is not uncommon for guests to take it upon themselves to share their national dishes by cooking for each other. You will discover that language is no barrier to making friends and it is these moments that will make your stay memorable.

Formerly a conventillo in the 1920s, a specific type of housing where immigrants from different cultures cohabited, the building typically has a large central courtyard. This area still continues to be used as a communal space today, where mate is shared and guests gather round to listen to the latest resident guitar player. In true Argentine style, there is also a barbeque on the first floor to cook those delicious asados.

La Menesunda is a sociable hostel but without the noise and sleepless nights. It is tranquilo with a comfortable living room for chilling and a good sized satellite TV and DVD player. There is also a good selection of international films available to watch free of charge.

Peace and quiet is enforced by the friendly receptionist on duty from midnight onwards on weekdays and 2 am at the weekend. The reception is 24 hours. The hostel´s staff are all multi-lingual with at least a knowledge of English and Portugese. As well as being helpful they are also very security conscious. Watch out, La Menesunda is indeed a hostel with buena onda and once you check in you may never want to leave!

Facilities

Disabled access
Computer with internet, wi-fi
Laundry AR$10 per bag
Room Cleaning Service
Currency Exchange
Transfers
Luggage Storage (Free of Charge)
Tour Bookings

Useful Transport Links

Subte E: 15 minutes to the centre and San telmo
Bus 126: 20 minutes to San Telmo
Bus 53: 45 minutes to El Caminito, La Boca
Bus 86: to La Boca and Ezeiza Internacional Airport
Subte Combination E and D: Palermo and Belgrano
Subte Combination E and C: Retiro (Buenos Aires bus and train terminal)
Bus 128: Palermo
Bus 160: Palermo

LA Menesunda Hostel
742 Boedo- Buenos Aires

54 11 49570946
www.lamenesundahostel.com.ar

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Factura is not only the Spanish word for “bill” it is also the generic name given to a delicious collection of Argentinean sweet pastries. Some of these facturas originate from Europe. Facturas come in different shapes and with different fillings. They are generally crammed or coated with either crema pastelera, dulce de leche or membrillo and sprinkled with either brown sugar, white sugar or icing sugar. Each factura has its own name.

Strict vegetarians beware as some facturas are made with animal fat!

Facturas are generally eaten for breakfast or as an afternoon snack in la merienda which is between 17:00 and 20:00 but are not considered as a dessert. They are commonly bought in large quantities to share at the office or with friends over mate.

Facturas are ubiquitous, they can be found on every street corner enticing passers-by through the vitrine of a panaderia, a bakery. They can also be bought in the supermarket and are sometimes found in street markets. Facturas are of course served in cafes and restaurants.

Watch out! One soon discovers that quality and value for money can vary significantly from bakery to bakery. Take-away prices range from AR$0,90 to $AR1,50. The average price of a factura is AR$1.

A highly recommendable bakery in Buenos Aires is Flores Porteñas. The facturas are a good size, very tasty and reasonably priced. There is also an indoor and outdoor seating area. It is a sophisticated looking bakery located in the neighborhood of Boedo, close to the centre.

Flores Porteñas
Boedo 708
4931-3517
Boedo Subte Linea E

Three Main Facturas Fillings

Crema Pastelera

A pale yellow, lightly vanilla flavoured cream.

Dulce de Leche

Made from caramalised milk it is very sweet, light brown in colour and has a creamy sticky consistency. It is much loved by Argentines and is found in many desserts.

Dulce de Membrillo

This is a red jam that is made from the fruit Quince. It is very sweet.

Factura Names

Each factura has its own name which either refers to its ingredients, shape or is a provocative term directed at the army, church or police. The latter is said to have come about as a result of the first baker´s strike in the country in 1888. Here are just a few of these interesting names:

	MedialunaMedialuna is the most common factura. There are two types- Medialuna de Manteca and Medialuna de Grasa. Medialuna literally translates as half-moon. Medialuna de Manteca is made from butter(manteca) and looks like a French croissant but is smaller and sweeter as it is covered in a sugary syrup. Medialuna de Grasa is made from animal fat and is narrower in shape. It is probably the only savoury factura. Medialunas are at their most delicious when served warm.
	Con Membrillo A piece of pastry usually oblong shaped and coated with the red jam mebrillo. Sometimes it is mixed with crema pastelera.
	Palmerita A large, flat, circular, crusty piece of pastry coated in sugar.
	Rosquita A deep fried doughnut ring sprinkled with white sugar.
	Tortita Negra It’s name literally means little black cake. It is a bun coated in dark brown sugar.
	Medialuna Rellena A Medialuna filled with dulce de leche and topped with icing sugar.
	Con Crema Pastelera A piece of pastry usually oblong shaped and coated with crema pastelera. Can be found with dark chocolate drizzled over the top. On occasion it is mixed with membrillo.
	Scone A small bun filled with colourful dried fruit.
	Con Membrillo A piece of pastry usually oblong shaped and coated with the red jam mebrillo. Sometimes it is mixed with crema pastelera.
	Churro Churros are deep fried and cylindrical in shape. They can either be coated in chocolate or plain and can be filled with dulce de leche or left hollow.
	Cañoncito Cañoncito means little cannon. It is a short, cylindrical pastry filled with dulce de leche and dusted with icing sugar.

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