travelswithalice

January 25, 2017

The Food Report

If Argentine tango be food for the soul, what food for the travel-weary body then? We're looking to taste something new, truly delectable, and local.

Aye, but there's the rub! For those of us who don't worship at the altar of Steak & Potatoes, there's not much joy to be had.

In San Telmo we have yet to find something about local cuisine to get excited about. Still exploring the world beyond empanadas and milanesas, our mission has been hijacked by the local Freddo ice cream outlet where a scoop of mascarpone over dulce de leche granizado is addictive.

Our restaurant list is very much still a work in progress.

Cafe Anselmo. The hotel has a small curbside setup, only three tables, which is perfect for watching plaza goings on with a glass of wine. However, it's not the ideal place for a quick meal. Yesterday, it took an hour for our set lunch to arrive at our table. We didn't mind though. The filet mignon was perfect, the afternoon glorious: blue skies, a soft breeze, and dreamy tango in the park.

Cafe San Juan, a godsend, less than a ten-minute walk from our hotel. Superb food, efficient friendly service. They have a blackboard menu (they have two actually- one for desserts) which is usually a good sign. The place is tiny, and popular, so reservations are necessary especially at dinner.

Desnivel. Wildly popular, always packed, extremely noisy, a permanent long queue waiting for tables or for takeouts. Good meat dishes, low low prices.