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Thank God they had Angels on their shoulders....and all turned out fine.... Merry Christmas....

Maikito, you are oh so right! I just dropped into my local Dietetica and they had them...very nice too....1 long vanilla bean encased in what feels like a light weight glass....1.8 grs. for 9 pesos... I am happy!! Thanks to everyone for their suggestions....found it in my own backyard, how...

Not worth the trouble or expense.....and you really don't want to drive here....public transportation is good and cheap!!

I agree 100% in getting an animal to share your life with...if you are planning on staying in BA that is...there is nothing like the unconditional love of a pet... I must say that connecting on the www ...either IM or Skype or just plan old email has kept me close to friends and family more...

Sent you a private message...

Go to any good butcher store ( Mercado de Belgrano, www.delicateses.com.ar etc ) and get " pata de jamon " or " jamon entero " with or w/o the bones. **this is from Nikad....found the post...hope that helps!!

What year was the Malbec you enjoyed by Achaval Ferrer?

Yikes...that is NOT good! I will double check...but last time at Coto's was the same as always....but good heads up for all....Thanks so much!!! **this is something the store does keep...their end of the receipt....very scary if those numbers get in the wrong hands!!!!

Hi there! Just wanted to pass on a name and website of a very nice and talented lady I know who is a Professional Wedding Planner... http://www.debbiebleu.com.ar Weddings are her speciality, for over 7 years...but she also organizes all types of events such as anniversaries, birthdays, 15...

IStar...how kind of you! You know my family here won't know the difference between pure vanilla extract and the stuff you buy here...lol! I just found on a website of subsitutions that 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract to each 1/2 vanilla bean....so maybe 3 tablespoons to 1 with the BA extract!

Hello all! I am in need of vanilla beans for a Christmas tart I am making...and not sure where to even try and locate some.... Any help is appreciated....in Zona Norte please....

I was just introduced to a lovely wine.... Alamos Malbec Rose' 35 pesos. Clean, crisp with a hint of spice and not sweet....I don't like roses' at all...but this is a yummy wine...perfect for chicken, fish or any lighter meals and PERFECT for the hot weather! I also found if you let it breath...

Just saw on the local news, auto gas is going up 10%....what's next??

There is no rhyme or reason in how they do it....I was having small boxes shipped 3 times a year or so...things I couldn't purchase here. Always used USPO Express Mail International...marked the items as "gifts"....low value...and it came right to the door...no duty at all. Then it shifted and...

Just wanted to pass along a story and 2 thumbs up for an honest company and businessman in BA! We ordered a lot of boxes recently and there was a confusion on the price once they were delivered. We took the boxes, bubblewrap, etc., but not happy with how it turned out. Well later that day I...

Below is what was emailed to me via a website about happenings in BA....pretty much the same as what I saw posted a few pages back. Starting December 20th, 2009, the Argentine Government will apply a "reciprocity fee" to the nationals of the below mentioned countries. These fees will be...

Thank you all for your suggestions....this was for my cat who was having issues with upset tummy from urping fur balls...he is fine now...I read where cat nip can help calm their stomachs so used a little I had and it did help some...to hot to soon and was loosing his Winter coat to fast..poor...

Marie, Wishing you, his family and friends peace through this most difficult of times....may the memories of your years with Mike fill your heart and bring a smile to your face and warm your heart when you need it most.

Define risk....sure you take a risk everytime you walk out your door....or get into a car...but I don't call it a risk driving or riding a motorcycle in BA...I call it suicide in the making...you can be the victim of more close calls or real accidents than I care to count. In the states I was...

This thread could go on and on and never stop...we have all seen horrific accidents or the aftermath in person or on TV....there is no respect for other motorists...and no rules enforced...so it's like giving a 16 year old boy the keys... who has never driven before and say ...have fun! IF you...