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Cultural Tidbit: Favorite spots in Buenos Aires

There are enough sights and attractions in bustling Buenos Aires to keep you busy every single moment that you’re not in Spanish class. Here are a few suggestions for what to do after you’ve already checked out the most iconic Buenos Aires sights (Casa Rosada, Recoleta Cemetery, Museo de Bellas Artes, tango shows). MALBA. The […]

Modismo de Día: Si comes frijoles no eructes jamón

Spanish Saying: Si comes frijoles no eructes jamón. Literal Translation: If you eat beans don’t burp ham. English Equivalent: Don’t try to hide who you are and where you come from; don’t pretend you’re better than everyone else

Cultural Tidbit: Buenos Aires Travel Video

Check out this video for a taste of the downtown sights and landmarks you can see if you come to Buenos Aires.

Vista de Viernes: Castillo Wulf in Viña del Mar

Testimonial: Hendrik Meyer

Cultural Tidbit: Inti Raymi

In the southern hemisphere, the winter solstice is fast approaching. In Cusco, Peru, this event is celebrated with a traditional festival called Inti Raymi (Quechua for Sun Festival). The purpose of the Inti Raymi is to bring the sun back after the longest night of the year and begin the Incan New Year. In order […]

Modismo del Día: Nunca falta un pelo en la sopa

Spanish Saying: Nunca falta un pelo en la sopa. Literal Translation: There’s always a hair in the soup. English Equivalent: There’s always something to complain about/something going wrong

Cultural Tidbit: Argentine Beef Empanada Recipe

Argentine food is pretty awesome. The cuisine is heavily influenced by Europe, but Argentine beef forms the centerpiece. Beef empanadas are a favorite food in Argentina. You can buy them piping hot from street vendors, or even make them at home. If you don’t eat beef, you can substitute just about any other filling, such […]

Vista de Viernes: Rio Chubut, Argentina

Testimonial: Angela Nadia Graca

I’ve been an ECELA student for 3 weeks. They were 3 amazing weeks, I met a lot of nice people from all around the world. The teachers are very nice and they set up the classes in a very fun way. You learn a lot in class. The school also has a great selection of […]

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