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New Yorker in
Argentina Sarah Funk left Hell’s Kitchen in December for a year of travel. First stop: the land of tango, parilla, and Eva Peron
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n January and February, Buenos Aires hums to a lazy melody as Porteños (locals) escape the summer heat. Yet the contemporary cool of this Argentinean city prevails with tango shows, irresistible parrillas (BBQ), and graceful elegance. As a New Yorker, I wasn’t sure what to expect as I boarded a plane with a one-way ticket to this vibrant city. As I departed the divided political scene in the U.S., I entered a country whose past is a roller coaster of financial booms and gripping political soap operas. The Broadway musical Evita is dedicated to sharing that story with the world and even today, over 50 years after Eva Peron’s early death, Porteños are careful to discuss in public what happened back then. Yet this colorful city continues to entice foodies, artists, soccer fans,
and fashion buffs with its vibrant, ever-developing cultural scene. The hip energy of the locals is shown in all their craft as art galleries, restaurants, boutique hotels, and the nightlife scene continue to grow daily. The city’s European-infused character and artistic nature lives on in all they do. If you’re visiting for the first time, it can be overwhelming as Buenos Aires Province is the size of the country of Spain. To make it easier on you, I’ve included my favorite finds opposite, including a call for you to visit the province of Mendoza, the “Napa of Argentina.” Enjoy and see you next month in Brazil! For daily updates follow me on Instagram @SarahFunky or Twitter @SFunkyTravel. Chao!
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"As I departed the divided political scene in the U.S., I entered a country whose past is a roller coaster of financial booms and gripping political soap operas."”