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    Disappointed with Food in Argentina

    I have only been able to find pasture raised beef at El Rosarino in Mercado Belgrano. It is not cheap 30k per killo for lomo last week. If someone has a better connection let me know. All the other dozen or so local butchers I talked to sold feedlot. In fact one told me sadly most people seem...
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    How many of us are still here?

    The six months a year I spend in Tampa FL I make more and spend less. But finances aside, Buenos Aires is a fun city. I will continue to call it my home away from home until they ask me to leave🤣
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    Disappointed with Food in Argentina

    I stay in Belgrano, There is a decent variety of markets here, although prices obviously are high. My biggest complaint having stayed in many different furnished apartments is the primitive condition of the kitchens. Even high end rentals all seem to have the tiny airplane bathroom sized...
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    Life after Skype

    Free google voice is not available for sign-up outside the US. However, once signed up, you can use it for texting and calling while outside the US.
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    Bringing several bags of electronics

    I guess the obvious question is why do you have some many things? Do you have a believable explanation of why each item is for your own personal use? If not, if questioned they will likely assume you are a "bagadero"/mule which is not illegal, but certainly will trigger some steep customs...
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    How many 8oz packages of cheese can i bring in my luggage (EZE)?

    thanks i did not realize that, i have too!
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    How many 8oz packages of cheese can i bring in my luggage (EZE)?

    Not a fan on Argentine gouda😅
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    Anyone know an acupuncturist in / near Villa Urquiza?

    Barbara 9 11 5738-0059
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    Anyone know an acupuncturist in / near Villa Urquiza?

    I have been visiting Barbara at VES Natural for acupuncture and cupping treatments for several years now (back pain) Her needling technique is excellent, better than many practitioners I have seen in California. Also she is located in Villa Urquiza and speaks english. https://ves-natural.com/...
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    Sushi take out recommendations

    I would imagine the paltas are from chile too.☺️
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    Sushi take out recommendations

    Sushi Olazabal is great if you are in Belgrano. Excellent salmon with generous guacamole.
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    Looking for Advice on Apartment Demolition Costs

    anyone know is asbestos building materials were prevalent in Argentina like they were in the states prior to the 80's?
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    Exit fine at Aeorparque

    I have never had to wait at Aeroparque but I also go a day or two before departure to be safe.
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    Is the Overstay Fine Payable at Aeroparque Jorge Newberry?

    I have never waited or seen a line at this office. Wow, I wonder if the system is not working? Thanks for posting this and good luck!
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    Western Union money transfer

    WU in Belgrano gave my 1175 for 100.00 bills yesterday. In and out in 3min. time is money for anglohablantes lol.
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