About this experience
This private experience invites you to discover Argentina through its flavors, traditions, and everyday rituals in a relaxed and personal setting. You won’t just taste yerba mate — you’ll learn how locals prepare, share, and enjoy it as part of daily life while discovering the cultural traditions behind this iconic drink.
You’ll also make authentic Argentine alfajores from scratch, filling them with dulce de leche and learning techniques you can recreate at home. Because this is a fully private experience, you’ll enjoy personalized attention, a flexible pace, and genuine interaction with your local host.
More than a cooking class or tasting, this experience allows you to connect with Buenos Aires through food, storytelling, and authentic cultural exchange in a warm and memorable way.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
What is included
- Fully private experience with a local host
- Traditional snacks and sweets
- Yerba mate tasting
- Recipes to recreate at home
- All ingredients and cooking equipment
- Dulce de Leche Tasting Session
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary and highlights
Your private host will welcome you into a cozy local space in Buenos Aires, where your journey into Argentine flavors and traditions begins.
First, you’ll explore the fascinating world of yerba mate. Learn about its origins, cultural significance, and the social rituals surrounding mate sharing in Argentina. Your host will teach you how to prepare mate correctly, how locals drink it, and the etiquette behind this beloved tradition.
Then, continue with a hands-on alfajores workshop. Prepare the dough, assemble your alfajores with creamy dulce de leche, and decorate them using traditional Argentine styles.
Throughout the experience, you’ll enjoy a relaxed conversation, local recommendations, and the opportunity to connect with Argentine culture in a personal and authentic way.
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Meeting and pickup information
- Head to Gorriti 4882 in Palermo Soho and look for Wine Window Argentina. The entrance is at street level, in a lively area filled with restaurants and boutiques. If you’re arriving by taxi or rideshare, simply provide the address. Please arrive a few minutes early to meet your guide comfortably.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Tours Buenos Aires
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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