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Argentina: Buenos Aires

Off the Beaten Path · Season 8 · Episode 6
Buenos Aires, the capital and largest city of Argentina, is known for its rich culture, vibrant lifestyle, and high quality of life. It gave the world iconic figures like writer Jorge Luis Borges and football legends Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi.

Twelve years ago, this city also became home to Elena from Slovakia, who moved here for love. Today, she lives here with her family and works as a translator, while enjoying music and travel.

We begin at the historic Café Tortoni with coffee and sweets, visit a local butcher for a traditional Argentine asado, explore gaucho culture, and finish in the colourful La Boca district with a taste of dulce de leche.

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Season
8
Episode
6
Air Date
08/Mar/2024
Air Time
Runtime
30 min

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Buenos Aires, the capital and largest city of Argentina, is known for its rich culture, vibrant lifestyle, and high quality of life. It gave the world iconic figures like writer Jorge Luis Borges and football legends Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi.

Twelve years ago, this city also became home to Elena from Slovakia, who moved here for love. Today, she lives here with her family and works as a translator, while enjoying music and travel.

We begin at the historic Café Tortoni with coffee and sweets, visit a local butcher for a traditional Argentine asado, explore gaucho culture, and finish in the colourful La Boca district with a taste of dulce de leche.

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