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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 |
I´d 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 doesn´t 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 | |||
| Mobi D New member Username: Mobi Post Number: 8 Registered: 9-2007 |
Hi Gayle, Basically, depends on how close you are to his family, but you can never go wrong bringing something. Just good manners. No one is going to be offended that you brought something and might be if you don't. Also, definitely recommend wine over flowers (flowers are not the norm here at all), or as Piccione mentioned desert is also a good choice. Hope this helped! | |||
| Gayle Junior Member Username: Flaka Post Number: 30 Registered: 7-2007 |
Hi everyone, Thank you all for the input. Sounds like wine and a small cake will be just fine. Looking forward to meeting up with everyone on Sunday. Can't believe I will be in B.A. in 3 days!!!! :-) | |||
| Adam Walker Junior Member Username: Adam_walker Post Number: 37 Registered: 4-2007 |
Hey guys So this is most definately still on, however for day time eating, most people sit outside and they dont take bookings for outside - we just turn up and they seat us. This being said, what with the nasty weather we have had the last 2 days (dont panic guys, its improving already - but after 2 weeks of sun, the heavens opened!), so I booked a table at 2pm (they said no later) and said if its nice we can just go outside. It's in my name - see you there! Adam | |||
| Gayle Junior Member Username: Flaka Post Number: 31 Registered: 7-2007 |
Hi Adam, Just about finished packing for tomorrow departure. See you all at 2:00 at LaTranquera. Gayle | |||
| MIchael Calero Junior Member Username: Michael795 Post Number: 46 Registered: 4-2007 |
Gayle, Have a great trip.. I arrived today, day was nice but tonight we have some wind. No worries.. Make sure you have a jacket for the jet, all the way here it was freezing in the jet. See you and everyone on Sunday. Michael | |||
| Gayle Junior Member Username: Flaka Post Number: 32 Registered: 7-2007 |
Michael, Thanks for the info on the freezing jet. I am always cold so I will bring a jacket on board. Am so looking forward to meeting everyone on Sunday at 2:00. Chau | |||
| Adam Walker Junior Member Username: Adam_walker Post Number: 38 Registered: 4-2007 |
Not sure what people think but maybe after we could watch the VERY important Pumas game, the semi final against Scotland! Only an idea, as you may not like rugby, but it promises to be a huge event in any bar showing it, as the WHOLE city is behind Los Pumas (real under dogs, coming through in true fashion! They even moved the time of the Superclassico footbal match, River v Boca for it!). See you all Sunday at 2pm. | |||
| W Piccione New member Username: Mrspicci Post Number: 13 Registered: 9-2007 |
What time is the Rugby match? | |||
| Adam Walker Junior Member Username: Adam_walker Post Number: 39 Registered: 4-2007 |
4pm BA time - so we would have a good couple of hours to stiff ourselves with Parilla and then watch the game - but like I say I am open to just relaxing at La Tranquera as well should people not be interested. We can just decide on the day! See everone at the restaurant at 2pm. Adam | |||
| Gayle Junior Member Username: Flaka Post Number: 33 Registered: 7-2007 |
We might just have such a great time we close the place!!!! Off in 1 1/2 hours to catch my flight to JFK and then to B.A. See you all very soon. Take care. | |||
| Adam Walker Junior Member Username: Adam_walker Post Number: 42 Registered: 4-2007 |
Just a note to say it was grat meeting you all today... I hope you all had better luck getting home than us - taxi's on "Superclassico" day are hard to come by! We made it in the end... Anyone who took photos, please pop them over, particularly Dolores, I think you got a great one of me and my girl! Till the next meeting! | |||
| Roberto Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 1329 Registered: 12-2004 |
Glad you all got together and if someone has a problem uploading pictures please email them to me... | |||
| MIchael Calero Junior Member Username: Michael795 Post Number: 47 Registered: 4-2007 |
Sorry Guys I wasn't able to make the gathering, Last night was the museum night and I was out until 7am so you know how I felt this morning. Hopefully, there will be another during my stay. Wonderful city and believe me I will return but, I still have over three weeks to enjoy. | |||
| MIchael Calero Junior Member Username: Michael795 Post Number: 48 Registered: 4-2007 |
Hi, I feel so bad that I missed the gathering ,, blame it on the museum night and Argentine hospitality (ahahaha) But, how about if we have another I am located at Charcas and Guise (Palermo) there is a resturant (good food and reasonable) just 1/2 block from my apartment (rented) and then we can all come to my apartment and enjoy like family.. Just a thought ... would be nice. I have music.. jazz, salsa.. tango also.. friendly time. Michael | |||
| Gayle Junior Member Username: Flaka Post Number: 38 Registered: 7-2007 |
Hi everyone, I am back home :-( Loved Buenos Aires....food, pastries, wine. I was interviewed by a young lady named Emily from Rutgers regarding "medical tourism" because of my dental experience. She is in BA until next September doing research. I told her I would give her the name of some of the people that met at La Tranquera so perhaps she can get together with some. She is staying in Palermo. By the way, the Subte D was fabulous. I know it by heart now. Great means of transportation. We hope to return again next year during the Argentine summer months to get away from the cold Northeast weather! I plan on having additional dental work done. Loved the dentist. | |||
| Tom New member Username: Tomatalki Post Number: 8 Registered: 10-2007 |
Hi, I'm here in BA and have been reading the forum for a while in the US. It would be great to meet some of the people whose posts I have been reading. Any plans for another gathering? Tom | |||
| larry Rogers Member Username: Larryr30 Post Number: 75 Registered: 6-2006 |
Tom, I believe that would be a great idea, once again getting everyone involved might take alittle work....but well worth it all. This time, no offense Roberto and Adam, I will pick a place that is inexpensive and the wait staff alittle bit more friendly! The only problem is that we are closing in on the holidays and alot of locals and or visitors will be out of town. If people are interested, I can host the asado at my house on the terrace....it's large enough and the parrilla is big enough. The only thing I would need to know to set a date is the number of people that would be interested and the dates that they would be able to attend. This will give me a broad field to narrow down dates and numbers etc... So, if your interested anyone out there....please let me know that your interetsed and what dates would be a great time for you to attend and I will do the rest. So you know my house is located in San Cristobal the other side of San Telmo sobre Independencia..... Lets get it done.... Thanks, great idea Tom | |||
| Adam Walker Member Username: Adam_walker Post Number: 55 Registered: 4-2007 |
Oh-o If Larry is in charge we could all be in trouble ;) don't listen to him if he offers you franett, it's NOT good, and shouldnt be drunk straight.... Larry, I lost my mobile, it's back now and on the same number and u can send me emails - adams_email2006@yahoo.com I am game for this, particularly if I am not organinsing this time Only thing is I head back to the UK in a week and I don't have heaps of time b4 then cos I need to pack - Jan 08 is undoubtedly good for me though, keep me looped in! | |||
| Tom New member Username: Tomatalki Post Number: 10 Registered: 10-2007 |
My wife and I are looking forward to it. We are in town with no specific plans until Jan2 and back on the 9th until the 20th. Tom | |||
| Roberto Board Administrator Username: Admin Post Number: 1402 Registered: 12-2004 |
> This time, no offense Roberto and Adam... No problema, Larry! I will be down there by mid/end January (19th possibly). If you all can't wait then I will sit tight for the next one. |
