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Articles by Maria Carra

Maria Carra lives in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where she spends her days rushing around the city juggling a busy schedule and discovering what the local food scene has to offer. While a Communications major, she could not help her passion for food and found a happy compromise in becoming a food writer. Maria has been writing for The Urban Grocer since November 2010.

From Closed Door to Exclusive
December 5, 2011 – 10:31 am | One Comment

Any tried and true foodie in Buenos Aires is an assiduous follower of Chef Diego Felix’s’ closed door restaurant, Casa Felix. Typically, however, his inspired pescatarian eats are only available a few months out of …

Knock, Knock, Who’s There? Bar 878
October 25, 2011 – 6:03 pm | No Comment

In a city where nightspots are rarely hush-hush, 878 is one of Buenos Aires’ best-kept secrets – and that’s saying something for a bar that was christened one of the top ten in this city …

Been There, Ate That: Casa Mun, Buenos Aires
August 30, 2011 – 9:37 am | No Comment
Tacos, Casa Mun

Buenos Aires is having its culinary coming of age and innovative trends in eating abound in this thriving, South American urban hotspot. One of the hottest fads around is the guerilla dining movement, where underground …

Take Your Pick: The Pick Market, Buenos Aires
June 23, 2011 – 9:16 am | No Comment

Located in the elegant neighborhood of Barrio Norte, The Pick Market is one of the poshest food shops in Buenos Aires. Echoing the look and feel of chic European markets, this sleek little store offers …

Trend Spotting: Astrid Y Gaston, Buenos Aires
May 26, 2011 – 8:09 am | No Comment

It’s no secret that the Buenos Aires food scene is having its moment. Every year, more prestigious restaurants are popping-up as new, creative cuisines make waves in the city. And Peruvian-Asian fusion eats are at …

An Argentine Artisanal Brew: Antares
April 15, 2011 – 2:43 pm | No Comment

Back in the day, the Buenos Aires pub scene was booming. While trends have moved on, the love of artisanal beers has remained and pubs in BA have now become a staple. And though there …

Be My Valentine: El Ultimo Beso, Buenos Aires
February 4, 2011 – 12:56 pm | No Comment

Is there a more romantic notion than a last kiss? Or for that matter, a better place to spend Valentine´s Day in Buenos Aires than a restaurant by that name? We certainly don’t …

Argentine Helado Meets Italian Gelato: Arkakao
January 11, 2011 – 1:55 pm | 2 Comments

Argentines love their ice cream almost as much as they love their beef. And the newest ice cream boutique to hit the town has taken this casual local favorite to new, sophisticated heights. Arkakao – …

Everything Nice: Sugar & Spice, Buenos Aires
November 24, 2010 – 4:09 pm | One Comment

Just a couple of years ago, Buenos Aires was all about cookies. And out of this craze, came a serious brand of gourmet baked goods – Sugar & Spice. Today, this sweet sensation is …

Got Milk? Entre Platos Glassware, Argentina
November 8, 2010 – 10:47 am | One Comment

Having fun with your food is key— something that the Argentine dish and glassware brand, Entre Platos, knows all about. With a unique line of playful glassware, Entre Platos is bringing a whole new twist …