Life in Palermo

February 19th-21st, Buenos Aires Argentina

We moved from downtown Buenos Aires to Palermo. The city center is like any center with its 12 lane highways and big buildings, we could've been in Madrid or Lisbon or even in an American city. When we moved to Palermo Soho however, we we'd so amazed! This barrio is amazing with it's cobbled roads and little cafés and quaint shops. We checked into Gorriti B&B and it's really amazing and perfectly located next to everything.

First thing we had to do was go to La Cabrera, a highly recommended steak restaurant. Infact I had to book a table days in advance and even then only got a lunch spot on a weekday. What can I say, it was exactly as good as every one described, only better! I think that steak was heaven for Bernie. We are hoping to go back again if we can get a table.

That night we decided to go to a 'secret bar' I'd found called 878. On the walk there, we passed by a restaurant called Sarkis (Armenian food) just as the clock struck 8pm and they were opening their shutters. And a second later, there was a swarm of people trying to get in, I kid you not, at least 50-60 people standing outside patiently waiting for this place to open! Anyway we continued on and actually had to walk up to a random unmarked door and ring the bell to enter a very cool old school speakeasy. We were there pretty early and had a couple of drinks before heading to Plaza Serrano which is a roundabout with a lot of bars and restaurants. Fun night in lovely Palermo. 

Yesterday we decided to finally visit La Recoletta Cemetery, which is the second most expensive cemetery in the world (first is in Paris). We walked there and Bernie got a haircut on the way, amusing experience since we can't understand Argentine Spanish! The pronunciation is extremely different and for us novices, it completely changes the word and meaning. The cemetery was quite an experience, like walking around a town even, the mausoleums are huge and intricate with big statues and you can actually look in and see the coffins. 

In the evening we decided to eat Thai food at Koh Lenta, not expecting too much. But what a shock, it was one of the best Thai meals I've had, maybe because I was missing the variety so much! Anyway it was a great meal with some lovely wine, I'd highly recommend this restaurant. 

Mostly we are quite lazy, we walk around a lot though but not doing too much. It's great to just chill and enjoy the vibe of Palermo and Buenos Aires.