Story: Argentina Food Tour
Episode: 1
Presenter: Trevor Cochrane

Trevor embarks on a culinary journey through Palermo Soho, savouring street food, street art, and local markets for a true taste of Argentine culture.

• Exploring a country’s culture through its food offers deep insights, and Palermo Soho is the perfect place to begin a culinary adventure with an empty stomach and local expertise.
• Palermo Soho is one of Buenos Aires' 48 districts, known for its fantastic dining scene and lively atmosphere, catering to both tourists and locals. The city itself is home to 3 million people, while the metro area holds 15–16 million.
• Argentine cuisine thrives on high-quality, flame-grilled meats, aged for 15-21 days for optimal tenderness, with cuts sourced from Hereford and Aberdeen Angus cattle raised on natural pastures.
• Argentina’s famous empanadas, savoury pastries with fillings like beef, chicken, pork, and vegetables, are a must-try, with variations found across Latin America. Some versions are even sweet, offering a unique taste of the region.
• Buenos Aires offers a wealth of cultural enrichment through food, street art, and local markets, making it a destination full of unexpected culinary and artistic gems that visitors should explore firsthand.

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