Month: April 2014
Buenos Aires city guide – the passion and the icons
Buenos Aires Alan tells us about Buenos Aires this week, a city that he fell in love with, and how following its icons can make for a fascinating way to get to know the city. He writes: “Argentina is a country of passions. The Argentines are a passionate people. It must be from their …
What to drink while travelling in Peru
What to drink in Peru This week we look at some of the top drinks of Peru which give a real taste for the country’s tipples. Check Tom’s Wanderlust blog about top places to eat across Peru, too. Drinks in Peru Imagine a holiday to France without wine. A visit to Dublin without Guinness. An …
Empanada recipe: traditional method from Buenos Aires, Argentina
Empanada recipe Our Alan shares two decades of South America living and empanada making with this delicious empanada recipe. Try it at home or travel to Argentina, Chile or Patagonia and eat them in situ. As a great person once said: “Nam nam!” Alan writes: “Empanadas – pasties or turnovers – are a delicacy all …
Patagonia – its weather, seasons and best time to travel
Best time to travel to Patagonia Temperate, tempestuous, terrible and terrific – some of the words that define Patagonia and its fascinatingly energetic and changeable weather. Our guide to Patagonia’s weather and seasons will be vital when planning travel and holidays to this beautiful region. Key points Nov-March: +5 to + 20°C, four seasons in …
