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Lollapalooza, Teatro Colon, and more
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In today’s email:
The average rent by neighborhood (how much are you paying?)
Everything you need to know about Lollapalooza
Four job offers, a Tetro Colon tour, and more
Let’s get to it!
📰 News
Rents by neighborhood (Spanish): From Palermo to San Telmo, here’s the average rent for 3-room apartments. How much are you paying for your apartment?
Lollapalooza Argentina 2024 (Spanish): Here’s everything you need to know about enjoying this weekend's famous festival.
📷 Photograph of the day
📅 Events
Thursday, March 14th
Nomad night | Behind bar | 20h | Free | Weekly nomads event.
Board game night | Aguire 938 | 18:30h | 1,000 ARS per hour | No need to bring games.
Mundo Lingo | Trova Wine Bar | 21h | Free | Weekly Mundo Lingo in Palermo Hollywood.
Spanglish | Rabia bar | 19h | Free | Weekly language exchange event in Palermo.
Street art tour Palermo Soho | Plaza Luna de Enfrente | 19:30h | 3,000 ARS | 2-hour graffiti tour.
Friday, March 15
BURRA beer | Burra bar Recoleta | 21h | Free | Weekly hangout in Burra bar.
Mundo Lingo | Olleros 3750 | 21h | Free | Weekly Mundo Lingo in Chacarita.
Saturday, March 16th
Games & Laughs | Mirador del Lago de las Regatas | 15h | Free | Outdoor team games for expats.
St. Patrick’s Day celebration | India bar | 23h | Free | Bring something green.
Mixed Tag Rugby Game | Praque Berlin | 17h | Free | Weekly rugby game for expats.
Language exchange & party | Cervelar | 19:30h | Free | It’s free but you must buy at least one drink.
Speedfriending | Darwin 1667 | 22h | Free | Weekly speedfriending event.
Diego Ontivero exhibition opening | Galeria Mal Dulce | 16h | Free.
Buenos Aires Market | Parque Centenario | 10h | Free | 2-day feria with delicious food and shops.
Expo cupcakes | La Rural | 13h | 3,800 ARS | Cupcake convention - direct manufacturer’s prices.
Sunday, March 17th
St. Patrick’s Day parade | Avenida de Mayo | 12h | Free | Holiday parade in the center of the city.
Buenos Aires Market | Parque Centenario | 10h | Free | 2-day feria with delicious food and shops.
Expo cupcakes | La Rural | 13h | 3,800 ARS | Cupcake convention - direct manufacturer’s prices.
🎷 Live Music
Thursday, March 14th
Hip-Ton | Makena Cantina Club | 21h | 2,500 ARS.
Carmina Burana | Classical | Teatro Colon | 20h | Prices unknown.
Jazz Ladies | Jazz | Thelonius Club | 20h | 8,000 ARS.
Friday, March 15
Karamelo Santo | Niceto Club | 20h | 7,000 ARS.
Lollapalooza | Hipodromo de San Isidro | Tickets from 45,000 ARS.
African Heart | Borges 1975 | 20h | 7,000 ARS.
Saturday, March 16th
Cruzada Metalica | Metal | Club V | 15h | Free.
Marzo de 76 | Punk Rock | Salón Pueyrredón | 19h | Prices unknown.
Concierto Sinfónico Coral | Classical | Basílica San José de Flores | 20h | Free.
Lollapalooza | Hipodromo de San Isidro | Tickets from 45,000 ARS.
Roque Monsalve | Jazz | Virasoro Bar | 7,000 ARS.
Sunday, March 17th
Lollapalooza | Hipodromo de San Isidro | Tickets from 45,000 ARS.
🎤 Expat Interview
Welcome to our expat spotlight section.
This is where we interview both new and long-term expats in Buenos Aires and ask them to share their tips and recommendations.
Here’s the today’s interview:
What’s your name, country of origin, and how long have you been in Buenos Aires?
Nina Petrovic from Serbia...I came to Argentina a year and a half ago.
What brought you to Buenos Aires, and how was the initial adjustment process?
Might sound silly, but Coldplay brought me to Buenos Aires. The initial plan was to stay here for 3 weeks, then I decided to extend it a bit... three months later, I thought 'Okay, I could stay a bit longer'... and here I am, a year and a half later, still loving it and not planning to leave any time soon.
I can't say that there was an adjustment process in place because the vibe of the city felt so familiar that it felt like home instantly.
I did struggle with some technical stuff like the apartment search (several times) and money transfers, but that is about knowing the right people and searching for the information in the right place (that being said, you already found the right place since you are reading this).
What's been the most challenging aspect of living in Buenos Aires, and what has been the most rewarding?
Most challenging: Apartment search. It is a massive struggle if you speak broken Spanish and are still trying to get used to the local accent.
I didn't have anything arranged before I came here (at least not a long-term option) because I wasn't planning to stay, so I ended up renting a few places short-term until I found the one that I actually liked.
The entire process gets way more frustrating if you have certain expectations from realtors based on your previous experiences in other countries, and well... Argentine standards are different.
Eventually, you get used to it. Just ask for help from the community before you get to that point. 🙂
Most rewarding: People. When I first got here, I was living on the 8th floor, and that meant a lot of elevator small talk with locals.
They would, of course, figure out that I am a foreigner and offer help in case I needed it...'I live in apartment 10C, feel free to knock on the door in case you need something...and welcome to Argentina.' You don't get to experience that everywhere.
What's your favorite local restaurant, bar, or cafe, and why?
My absolute favorite is Roux in Recoleta. For some reason, it is not as popular among expats, and I don't understand why (maybe because it is not in Palermo xD ). Cozy little restaurant, not too pretentious... amazing service and even better food.
What hidden gem in Buenos Aires deserves more recognition?
Old colonial houses in San Telmo. I've missed them a couple of times when I first got here because I was bouncing around like an average tourist would.
Some things stay hidden if you don't have a local guide. Go on a walking tour with locals. I learned more about San Telmo in a few hours of a walking tour than I did in the two months prior to it.
What advice would you give to new expats in Buenos Aires?
Explore. Not just Buenos Aires, but the entire country. Argentina is huge, and there is much more to it than its capital city.
Thanks Nina for agreeing to this interview!
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💼 Job Listings
Business Assistant | Remote | $2,000-$2,500/month | 9-5 PM EST time.
Tuprofe de inglés is looking for American English Teachers or teachers who have lived abroad to work online in tailored-made classes. All the teachers must stay in Argentina for at least 6 months. Materials are provided. Please contact us at [email protected].
Freelance global media researcher wanted | Might need to join the group to see the full posting.
Analyst native English speaker | Hybrid-Full Time | Buenos Aires | Might need to join the group to see the full posting.
🏠 Property Listings
Modern 2-bedroom apartment in Colegiales: $1,000/month, 2-bedroom apartment.
💡 Did You Know?
Avenida 9 de Julio in Buenos Aires isn't just wide; it's the world's widest avenue, stretching about 140 meters across with 14 lanes for traffic.
Named for Argentina's Independence Day, this avenue is a beast to cross but a beauty to behold, featuring the iconic Obelisco and lots of buzzing city life.
It's a major symbol of pride in the city's heart, where history meets the hustle.
💳 Classifieds
Moving sale Palermo: an expat is moving and selling many furniture and small household items.
Teatro Colon guided tour: Want to explore one of the most famous opera houses in the world? Book this affordable tour and explore this historic building with an expert guide.
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🔍 Interesting Finds
Origin of Teatro Colon (Spanish): an interesting article about the history of one of the most famous buildings in Argentina.
Restaurant recommendation: In search of healthy food options in Palermo Hollywood? Then be sure to check this place out.
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