Ah, Chile. The images I’d had of what South America might be like were reaffirmed as soon as I set foot in this country. I was growing more passionate and attached to this place with each passing minute. On the third day in Santiago, approaching the town square from la Vega market with exotic fruit [...]
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Day 3 in Santiago, Chile: Earthquake Cuisine
Posted in Chile, drinks, local cuisine, Santiago, tagged La Piojera on April 10, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Getting a feel for Fernet-Branca, Argentina’s national drink
Posted in Argentina, drinks, tagged drinks on September 30, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
One of the first things I felt I needed to experience in Argentina was the national cocktail. I had heard great things about the amazing vino tinto (red wine) here and am always keen on sampling a new beer. But what was the most beloved cocktail drink of the country? It all came back to [...]