Travel Tips for Buenos Aires
The dress code is stylish but casual at Brasserie Petanque, in the San Telmo neighborhood of Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Photo: Lisa Limer, Conde Nast Traveler
More questions from reader Jedesiree:
"You solved my electrical emergency for my upcoming trip to Argentina, but I still don't know whether it's worth taking a computer with me, since I'm always wary of the advice you get from concierges -- they tend to send you to safe, luxe spots rather then everyday real places. I also need some advice about what is worn in Buenos Aires in the winter. I had the impression that B.A. has retained its urbanity and people continue to "dress." Is this true? Will I want to wear skirts for dinners, or do I not worry and just take jeans and leather jackets?"
Having never been to Argentina myself (though I'm dying to go!), I asked travel planner Vanessa Guibert Heitner, of Limitless Argentina, for some advice. Wendy and I have named her to Conde Nast Traveler's annual list of the world's best travel planners. Here's what she told me:
"Women in Buenos Aires are quite stylish, often wearing jeans with gorgeous boots and a beautiful scarf or other accessory. There's no need to dress business formal -- only the Alvear Palace Hotel has a dress code. Attire for dinners depends entirely on the restaurant, but a skirt or well-cut slacks will always be fine."
It seems silly to bring a computer just for some dining and
sightseeing suggestions. Why don't you just print out Conde Nast Traveler's recent article on Buenos Aires,
and Concierge.com's destination guide to the city? And if you need to check the Web, you can pop
into your hotel's business center or find a local locutorio (Internet cafe).
Vanessa also has some suggestions for authentic dining spots worth a stop:
"Palermo Soho and Hollywood are full of new restaurants, but a lot of locals still dine in Las Caņitas. For a non-touristy experience, try Arguibel Wine Food and Arts (andres Arguibel 2826). I have yet to see them in a guide book, but their lamb osso bucco is amazing; try it with the Alma Negra, a new boutique wine from Ernesto Catena."
Now go catch that flight, Jedesiree!
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