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     Roberto Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 1170 Registered: 12-2004 |
At the request of Tom... may be we can put something together? | |||
| Roberto Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 1172 Registered: 12-2004 |
An *asado* would be ideal! | |||
| Tom Advanced Member Username: Diverdown48 Post Number: 388 Registered: 6-2006  |
I have been traveling over the last week with little time to post. Thanks Roberto for being willing to get this thing together. I am sure you agree all are welcome, whether tripping to Buenos Aires or anyone who lives there already. If we can find a place to do a barbecue, that would be good. Any other ideas? | |||
| Jay Vegas New member Username: Heathershomen Post Number: 5 Registered: 6-2007 |
We don't get to BA until after August 27th -J | |||
| Roberto Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 1179 Registered: 12-2004 |
Yes, Tom. Anyone and everybody can participate. Jay, October seems like a good time... | |||
| Tom Advanced Member Username: Diverdown48 Post Number: 390 Registered: 6-2006 |
I think October is mid spring there. The weather in Buenos Aries is probably good then. A saying in the states, April showers bring May flowers. In Argentina it may be October showers bring November flowres? Anyone know the normal weather in BsAs in October leaving out any possible global warming variations? | |||
| Roberto Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 1180 Registered: 12-2004 |
Great weather... Like good sunny days in San Fransisco. | |||
| Tom Advanced Member Username: Diverdown48 Post Number: 392 Registered: 6-2006 |
most excellent weather review, Roberto Let's have a gathering. | |||
| Tom Advanced Member Username: Diverdown48 Post Number: 397 Registered: 6-2006 |
I am looking foward to this, what kind of participation will we have? | |||
| Jay Vegas New member Username: Heathershomen Post Number: 6 Registered: 6-2007 |
We would go  | |||
| Roberto Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 1183 Registered: 12-2004 |
I guess we'll see as the date gets closer.... | |||
| Tom Advanced Member Username: Diverdown48 Post Number: 400 Registered: 6-2006 |
I may be traveling over the next few days and not timely give imput. but What kind of event should we plan. A one day get together/barbeque or multi day tour whatever that includes hotel rooms for out of towners? a boat trip might be nice. a trip to a tango show. lots of possibilities. I would be interested in anything from a dinner get together to a couple of days planned event. I humbly suggest we encourage thinking out loud so to speak with nothing written in stone until a much closer date. | |||
| Tom Advanced Member Username: Diverdown48 Post Number: 401 Registered: 6-2006 |
Roberto What is an *asado* por favor. | |||
| Roberto Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 1184 Registered: 12-2004 |
Asado is the argentine barbecue. I am sure you have eaten many already... chorizos, costillitas, asado al asador, morcilla, chimichurri, molleja... any of these sound familiar? Tom, you are thinking big I never thought of out-of-towners... But yes, we can plan an extended gathering. I'd say we can start small and with low committment and build upon. For example, we can plan a Saturday or Sunday afternoon gathering at a larger cafe/pub like "Selquet" which is in a nice area -outdoors- in the fringes of BA (well not too much) with easy access and parking, large enough to accomodate many and private enough that we can feel comfortable... and take it from there. Depending on who and how many (out-of-towners, locals, travelers) this can be transformed into something else. But we are like 3 months away, no? | |||
| Tom Advanced Member Username: Diverdown48 Post Number: 402 Registered: 6-2006 |
Yes, they sound pleasingly familiar. Might even throw in some lomo. I think you are on the right track. And we do have some time. I am up for whatever those interested in meeting want to do. Maybe we can get some input from Jay and others to help devolope the plan. | |||
| Tom Advanced Member Username: Diverdown48 Post Number: 423 Registered: 6-2006 |
Thanks Roberto and good luck with the adoption process. | |||
| Gayle New member Username: Flaka Post Number: 6 Registered: 7-2007 |
Roberto, My husband and I would love to come to an asado. We found an Argentine restaurant in Spain where I had my first Argentine barbeque and I never had anything so wonderful. Looking forward to meeting in October. Any place accessible via taxi is fine with us. We are there October 5-November 1. Also, congratulations and best wishes on the adoption! | |||
| MIchael Calero Junior Member Username: Michael795 Post Number: 32 Registered: 4-2007 |
Roberto, Do count me in for the get together and asado as I too will be there from October 3 through October 29th. It will be a great day. Like Gayle mentioned anywhere within reach of a taxi is fine. Congratulations on the adoption. | |||
| Roberto Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 1230 Registered: 12-2004 |
Thank you. Starting September I will have a clearer schedule and will post a firmer plan. | |||
| Roberto Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 1274 Registered: 12-2004 |
Hello all, some unexpected events have made me postponed my trip to November/early December. In a recent thread, Gayle was asking about the October meeting... are you still reading this thread, Tom? Will you be around in October for a gathering of those who can make it? How about you Michael and others? I will definitely contact some members at my arrival and try to hook up with anyone who cares. Or will start another thread here. But the fact that I won't be there in October should not stop those who would like to get together! | |||
| MIchael Calero Junior Member Username: Michael795 Post Number: 37 Registered: 4-2007 |
Hi Roberto, I will be there from Oct. 3rd thru the 29th , so I am open and would love to attend, just let me know when and where. Since I will be in Palermo I can taxi to the location without any problems, I hope since it was mentioned that a location outside the city would be possible. | |||
| William New member Username: Baindextar Post Number: 2 Registered: 9-2007 |
What about a picnic/asado in bosque de palermo? | |||
| Adam Walker New member Username: Adam_walker Post Number: 15 Registered: 4-2007 |
IŽd be interested, having just arrived here and lacking friends it would be nice to meet different people and get a feel for everyones expriences here. But whether thats Oct or Nov doesnŽt bother me, I am here for a while... | |||
| Adam Walker New member Username: Adam_walker Post Number: 16 Registered: 4-2007 |
or both! | |||
| Gayle New member Username: Flaka Post Number: 12 Registered: 7-2007 |
Asado/parrilla sounds wonderful! We will be staying in Belgrano so Palermo is not far. I only know of places that I have read about in travel books. I have read about Campo Bravo, El Trapiche or Social Paraisi? Is a Saturday or Sunday better for most of us? Let's decide which day and then we can set a date in October. We arrive on October 5 and leave on November 1. Perhaps Roberto can suggest a good place? I am sure Roberto knows all the places "tourists" do not go. My husband speaks fluent Spanish. His parents were born in Buenos Aires. Roberto, I am so disappointed you will not be able to be there. You are so helpful on this forum.  | |||
| juan martin New member Username: Latuna Post Number: 7 Registered: 7-2007 |
If you like a good asado came to La tuna polo ranch and look or play polo.. www.poloday.ar.gd
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| juan martin New member Username: Latuna Post Number: 8 Registered: 7-2007 |
If you like pictures las pampas argentinas http://www.latuna.ar.gd/ Romm for rent Polo Day U$S 100 Farm day U$S 40 Cataratas del iguazu 4 day 3 nith $ 640 Rio da jaineiro
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| Roberto Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 1278 Registered: 12-2004 |
One of my favorites is La Tranquera. They have a website. It is easy to get there, very close to Palermo and from Retiro/downtown... less than 15 minutes if no traffic driving through "el bajo". Just across nice parks and open area so in a sunny day you guys will have a blast. Don't forget to order: empanadas chivito al asador asado al asador You can't avoid tourists. There are just too many. But I dined here a miriad of times while growing up. However, there are so many great "parrillas" that it is hard to choose one. If I come up with another one I like I will post it here. (Message edited by admin on September 07, 2007) | |||
| Tom Advanced Member Username: Diverdown48 Post Number: 436 Registered: 6-2006 |
Unfortunatley I will not be able to be in Buenos Aires in October. Maybe in the fall. That does not stop anyone from getting together in October. Maybe we can have seasonal get togethers. One in the Spring, October, one in the Fall, March or April. | |||
| Roberto Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 1287 Registered: 12-2004 |
Great idea! If all goes as planned I will be there in Dec. for an extended period of time. Fall, spring... sounds good! | |||
| Gayle New member Username: Flaka Post Number: 24 Registered: 7-2007 |
Adam, We will be at La Tranquera at 2:30 on Sunday, October 7th. I assume the reservation will be under your name? How many attending? Gayle | |||
| MIchael Calero Junior Member Username: Michael795 Post Number: 40 Registered: 4-2007 |
Is this the place for the gathering on October 7th. What time and under who's name is the reservation? La Tranquera Comida: Parrilla Direccion: Av. Figueroa Alcorta 6464 Telefono: 4784.6119 Web: http://www.latranque.com.ar If so, I will be there. Just need what time. | |||
| Mobi D New member Username: Mobi Post Number: 2 Registered: 9-2007 |
Hi, this sounds great! I am a newly arrived resident of BsAs as well as member to these forums. I just received an email about this event this morning and would love to join in. Is this "asado" open to anyone? How many people will be attending? Thanks. | |||
| Gayle New member Username: Flaka Post Number: 25 Registered: 7-2007 |
Hi Mobi, Yes, this asado is open to everyone. Pleasee join us. We will be 10+ and if Adam has not made a reservation I will when I arrive on October 5th. 2:30 at La Tranquera. Hopefully, I will have internet on my arrival in the apartment if not I will phone in the reservation. Just go and we will have a great time! Gayle P.S. Adam....have you made the arrangements? | |||
| Adam Walker Junior Member Username: Adam_walker Post Number: 31 Registered: 4-2007 |
Hi Michael and Mbi This is the place and it is open to everyone - great to have some more attend. Indeed Gayle, I emailed them last week for a table of 8, I'll call tomorrow and increase these numbers. Anyone else who wants to come please let us know! | |||
| MIchael Calero Junior Member Username: Michael795 Post Number: 41 Registered: 4-2007 |
Hi Adam and Gayle, I will be there. Looking forward to it. See you there. Don't know yet if going alone or with another if that is a problem let me know. Michael | |||
| Gayle Junior Member Username: Flaka Post Number: 26 Registered: 7-2007 |
Hi everyone, Everyone is welcome to join us as long as Adam knows how many are coming. Adam is it for 2:30 or 3:00 and did you arrange for a menu or do we all pick what we want? Yes, Michael that is the address for the restaurant. The more the merrier! | |||
| Dolores New member Username: Dolores Post Number: 4 Registered: 5-2007 |
Hi All, I would like to join as well and bring along a friend. I have been part of this forum for several months and look forward to meeting all, Cheers, Dolores | |||
| Gayle Junior Member Username: Flaka Post Number: 27 Registered: 7-2007 |
Welcome Dolores and looking forward to meeting you. Adam, I guess we will have to add two more how great!! Gayle | |||
| Mobi D New member Username: Mobi Post Number: 7 Registered: 9-2007 |
Hey all, I think I will come along as well + 1. If we have any problems in the end attending (work sometimes has sudden surprises and unexpected travel), what would be the cut off for canceling? Cheers & I really hope to be able to make it and meet you all! Mobi | |||
| MIchael Calero Junior Member Username: Michael795 Post Number: 42 Registered: 4-2007 |
whatever with me I am for two,,,,,,,,,,, if I go alone I will pay the going rate for two.. that is so simple... Gyale , adman clock me for two. Michael | |||
| MIchael Calero Junior Member Username: Michael795 Post Number: 43 Registered: 4-2007 |
whatever with me I am for two,,,,,,,,,,, if I go alone I will pay the going rate for two.. that is so simple... Gyale , adman clock me for two. Michael Calero | |||
| Adam Walker Junior Member Username: Adam_walker Post Number: 33 Registered: 4-2007 |
Hey there! So the reservation at the moment will be for Adam+1 Gayle+1 Michael+1 Larry+1 Mobi+1 Dolores My mate Tom Anymore!? Please let me know! At the moment La Tranquera aren't taking reservations for Sunday, apparantly the date is too far away! They literally laughed at me when I called again on Saturday! So I have sent an email and will try them again today and Wed, we will have a reservation for 12 there under the name "Adam" for sure. Mobi/Michael, any problems making it on the day, call my ARG mobile, 15 5624 6924... I expect you pay for what you eat, so if you come solo/dont come etc, you shouldn't have to pay for 2! See everyone there! Looking forward to it... | |||
| Gayle Junior Member Username: Flaka Post Number: 29 Registered: 7-2007 |
Hello my new friends, If someone invites you to their home, is it appropriate to bring a bottle of wine? I know in the US we do or either flowers. My husband has a cousin who wants to invite us over to meet the family and I would like to do what an Argentine would. Thanks for any input and see you all in six days!!!!!! :-) | |||
| W Piccione New member Username: Mrspicci Post Number: 11 Registered: 9-2007 |
Hi there. I have Argentine relatives and always bring them a cake (a small one) or flowers are nice too. Good luck! | |||
| larry Rogers Member Username: Larryr30 Post Number: 69 Registered: 6-2006 |
Well Gayle, Just for starters it's never a crime to bring a bottle of wine with you where ever you go! In addition, it will always be accepted in Argentina as a gift on any date and any occasion, especially a family get together! One question to ask is/will there be an asado, if so, difinitely bring a bottle (or two)! Hope this helps and wine is loved like children (in my opinion) here in Argentina.... See you on the 7th | |||
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