Although Argentina’s traditional hot drink is mate, coffee also plays a big role in local culture. If you want to look like a local, you’d better learn how to order coffee! If you walk into a Buenos Aires cafe and simply ask for “un café,” you will be brought a shot of espresso in a […]
Cultural Tidbit: Desserts in Argentina
The cosmopolitan city of Buenos Aires is known for its cafe culture. As in many European cities, Buenos Aires residents enjoy passing the hours with a cup of coffee, a newspaper, or a few friends at their neighborhood cafe. If you study Spanish in Buenos Aires, you will soon find yourself gravitating towards these pleasant […]
Cultural Tidbit: Cuy
Cuy, or guinea pig, is a staple dish in many Andean countries, including Peru. If you come from a country where these little animals are kept as pets and never eaten, seeing a crispy cuy on your plate for the first time may come as a shock. However, if you can get past your culture […]
Cultural Tidbit: Virgen del Carmen Festival
Today marks the high point of a spectacular four-day festival held each year in the small Peruvian village of Paucartambo.The festival honors the village’s patron saint, the Virgin Mary, known to the locals as “mamita de Carmen.” Like many Latin American festivals, this one features processionals, parades, and dancing. What makes it unique is the […]
Cultural Tidbit: Inca Trail
If you study Spanish in Peru, seeing Macchu Picchu is a must. Just ask anyone who’s ever been! There are several ways to reach this iconic mountaintop site–by bus, train, or trail. If you choose to hike up to Macchu Picchu, chances are you will be following the Inca Trail, the ceremonial route that the […]
Cultural Tidbit: Independence
¡Feliz Día de la Independencia en los EEUU! If you are from Europe, it’s probably quite shocking to you how young the countries of the New World are. Even in the US, we often forget the history of our neighbors. Here’s a quick refresher on the independence and modern history of Chile, Peru, and Argentina. […]
Cultural Tidbit: Why Studying Abroad Works
Because immersion breaks down the barriers to learning present in your home country, it is widely considered the best method for language acquisition. When you’re at home, you stop acquiring your new language the moment you step outside the classroom and start speaking in your native tongue again. You may learn the mechanics of the […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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