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Travel to Argentina from home

24 – April – 2020

Summarizing the current situation in Argentina,

Airports: closed until further notice.
Airlines: operate only for medical flights.
Hotels: almost all closed until further notice.
Restaurants: Closed until further notice
Transport: Urban public transport works with the obligation of masks.
Visits: All National parks are closed

For up-to-date information on the Covid-19 situation in Argentina:

argentina.gob.ar/salud/coronavirus-COVID-19

Check out the new official Argentina tourism video launched this week while we are working on the new 2021 programs that will soon be revealed. So are you ready for once we can travel again!

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How to Make Authentic Argentinian Beef Empanadas

Making empanadas is easier than you think!

Meat-stuffed Argentinian empanadas are a necessity in the South American Cuisine. They’re eaten during holidays, at picnics, and around the campfire. This Argentinian empanada recipe is a family recipe, but the key ingredients of raisins and boiled eggs are a staple in every empanada.

There are several types of empanadas throughout Latin America, and this is just one recipe among hundreds of others that reflect that diversity.

Argentinian Empanadas

  • Prep Time:30 mins
  • Cook Time:45 mins
  • Total Time:1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings:10

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopepd onions
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup chopped red pepper
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch oregano
  • Pre-packaged empanada dough
  • 1 cup diced boiled eggs
  • Egg wash
  • 1 pinch paprika
  • 1/4 cup olives
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup tomatoe sauce
  • 1 pinch sugar
  • Corn oil
STEP 1

Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Start by sautéing the onions, red peppers, and the ground beef with olive oil. Then let the meat simmer on medium heat for 10 minutes.

STEP 2

After your meat browns, add the tomato sauce, salt, paprika, oregano, and raisins. After you add all of your ingredients and mix thoroughly, put the mixture in the fridge to cool for about two hours.

STEP 3

Once your filling is cooled, add the hard boiled eggs and the olives. After you add those ingredients, make sure to mix.

STEP 4

Take one empanada and lay it flat on the surface. Make sure there are no bubbles. Then take half a spoonful and place the filling slightly off center in the direction you will fold.

Before you fold, wet your fingers and paint it along half of the outer edge, again on the side on where it will be folded.

STEP 5

When you fold over, first make sure that the sides line up evenly and pat it down. Once you do that, you can either cheat and use an empanada presser for clean lines. If you don’t have a presser, you can use a fork or do the old-fashion way of rolling the dough and then pinch the dough and then press it downwards.

STEP 6

After all of your empanadas have been sealed properly, place them on an oiled pan evenly in rows where they don’t touch. Then take the egg wash and gently paint each empanada so it will have that nice gold touch.

If you want to be extra authentic, sprinkle some sugar, preferably brown, and then pop the empanadas in the oven for 40 minutes or until they are a nice golden brown.

Now pour some red wine and enjoy. Salud!

Source:

https://spoonuniversity.com/recipe/authentic-argentinian-empanada-recipe 

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Empanadas argentine al forno

Le empanadas argentine al forno sono davvero strepitose! Le empanadas ovvero panzerotti di pasta ripieni di carne macinata, verdure e spezie che venivano tradizionalmente preparati per festeggiare il rientro dei gauchos dalle pampas dove portavano le mandrie al pascolo per lunghi periodi dell’anno.

Quest’abitudine di riempire un pezzo di pane o simili con una farcia a base proteica, tendenzialmente di carne, è comune in tutti i paesi latini, pensiamo anche ai nostri panzerotti oppure al calzone o anche al kebab turco e al gyros pita greco.

Noi abbiamo provato a replicare la ricetta che a nostro parere risulta la più autentica, provate anche voi e se ne avete altre…fatecelo sapere!

DOSI PER
10 pezzi
DIFFICOLTÀ
media
PREPARAZIONE
35 min
COTTURA
20 min
COSTO
basso
REPERIBILITÀ ALIMENTI
facile

Dosi & Ingredienti

Per l’impasto

    • FARINA 250 gr
    • TUORLO D’UOVO 1
    • BURRO 40 gr
    • SALE 1.5 cucchiai da tè
    • ACQUA 70 ml
    • OLIO DI SEMI 1 cucchiaio da tavola
    • ZUCCHERO 1 cucchiaio da tavola
    • TUORLO D’UOVO per spennellare – 1
    • LATTE INTERO per spennellare – 1 cucchiaio da tavola

Per il ripieno

  • CARNE MACINATA DI MANZO 300 gr
  • PATATE 1
  • PEPERONI ROSSI ½
  • PEPERONI GIALLI ½
  • CONCENTRATO DI POMODORO 2 cucchiai da tè
  • CIPOLLE 1
  • SPICCHIO DI AGLIO 1
  • ORIGANO ESSICCATO 2 pizzichi
  • SALE q.b.
  • CUMINO 1 cucchiaio da tè
  • PEPERONCINO ROSSO PICCANTE 1
  • OLIO EXTRAVERGINE D’OLIVA (EVO) 3 cucchiai da tavola
  • OLIVE VERDI 3 cucchiai da tavola
  • PEPE BIANCO 2 pizzichi

Preparazione

  1. Preparate prima di tutto l’impasto: riunite nella ciotola dell’impastatrice la farina, lo zucchero, il tuorlo, il sale, l’acqua e l’olio extravergine.
    Azionate la macchina dotata di gancio ad uncino e fate lavorare gli ingredienti prima a bassa velocità aumentando gradualmente per far si che l’impasto di formi.
  2. Togliete l’impasto dalla ciotola dell’impastatrice e lavoratela a mano, quindi formate una palla e trasferitela in una ciotola, coprite con la pellicola e lasciatela riposare in frigorifero per almeno 30 minuti.
  3. Nel frattempo preparate la farcia: affettate grossolanamente la cipolla e fatela soffriggere in una padella, preferibilmente di ferro, con un bel giro d’olio extravergine d’oliva.
  4. Tritate l’aglio ed aggiungete anch’esso in padella e continuate a soffriggere il tutto. Procedete allo stesso modo anche con un peperoncino che avrete privato di semi.
  5. A questo punto unite anche la carne macinata che dovrà rosolare fino a cambiare completamente colore.
  6. Mentre la carne rosola, pulite e tagliate i peperoni a tocchetti. Quando la carne è ben rosolata, unite anche i peperoni alla padella e mescolate bene.
  7. Condite il ripieno che state preparando con pepe bianco, origano secco, sale e cumino.
    Aggiungete anche il concentrato di pomodoro e lasciate cuocere a fuoco basso per 10-15 minuti.
  8. Sbucciate la patata già lessata, tagliatela a tocchetti ed unitela in padella insieme alle olive verdi snocciolate. Lasciate insaporire per qualche minuto, quindi trasferite il tutto in una ciotola a raffreddare.
  9. Riprendete l’impasto e stendetelo ad uno spessore di circa 2 mm e ricavatene tanti dischi di circa 11 cm di diametro usando o una tazza o un coppa pasta tondo.
  10. Farcite ciascun disco con un cucchiaio di ripieno freddato, bagnate i bordi con poca acqua e chiudete a mezza-luna. Decorate il bordo delle empanadas attorcigliandolo formando un cordoncino decorato.
  11. Trasferite le empanadas in una teglia foderata con carta forno, spennellatele con il tuorlo mischiato ad un cucchiaio di latte ed infornate a 200°C per 20 minuti.
    Lasciate intiepidire prima di servire.

Source:

https://www.cookaround.com/ricetta/Empanadas-argentine-al-forno.html 

 

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[Italian] Scopri la nuova campagna turistica argentina! Viaggia da casa tua

 

24 – April – 2020

Riassumendo la situazione attuale in Argentina,

Aeroporti: chiusi fino a prossimo avviso.
Compagnie aeree: operano  solo per voli Sanitari.
Hotels: quasi tutti chiusi fino a prossimo avviso.
Ristoranti: Chiusi fino a prossimo avviso
Trasporti: Funzionano I trasporti pubblici urbani con obbligo di mascherine.
Visite: Tutti I parchi Nazionali sono chiusi

Per avere informazioni aggiornate sulla situazione Covid-19 in Argentina:

argentina.gob.ar/salud/coronavirus-COVID-19

Scopri il nuovo video turistico ufficiale dell’Argentina lanciato questa settimana mentre stiamo lavorando ai nuovi programmi 2021 che saranno presto svelati. Quindi sei pronto per una volta che possiamo viaggiare di nuovo!

Per qualsiasi informazione contattateci italia@quimbaya-tours.com

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Cuenca: South America’s Leading City Break Destination

It’s under this title that the World Travel Awards recently recognized Cuenca, which has so much to offer travelers on a tight schedule. Exploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site on foot is a great way to see its countless gems: colonial and neoclassical buildings, artisanal workshops frozen in time, a flower market known as one of the most beautiful in the world, the colorful clothing worn by indigenous farmers who amble along the streets, and picturesque squares full of lush nature right in the heart of the city.

The city’s four rivers add to its remarkable countryside. A special mention goes to banks of the Tomebamba River, which cross the city from West to East along a ravine, where the architecture magically blends in with the surrounding nature. You can admire the pre- Hispanic archeological remains that contribute to Cuenca’s rich cultural mix.

To get a full dose of Cuenca’s nature, head to the subtropical valleys, mountainous forests and páramos, or plateaus, where quaint villages are nestled with markets and artisanal crafts. Take your pick between extreme sports or a soft adventure in the middle of the Andean landscape, or simply relax in the thermal springs.

The city comes to life at night with orchestral concerts, live music, theater, dance and other artistic events, not to mention a rich gastronomic tradition, offering a fusion of Andean and European cuisine.

On the hotel front, there’s an option for every style and budget. The city also boasts magnificent, restored mansions to add a touch of charm and originality for all types of events.

Cuenca is the ideal spot to get the best of Ecuador in just a few days: ancestral culture, majestic natural surroundings and especially the warm hospitality from the locals who love their customs and are eager to give their visitors an unforgettable experience.

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PERU: Lake Titicaca!

Manco Capac, according to legend, emerged from the cold waters of Lake Titicaca, 3,800 meters above sea level, and was the first of the Incas. Birthplace of the Incan civilization, Lake Titicaca is full of folklore
and a haven of vast landscapes. Discover Puno and its surrounding scenery, glistening with plains, mountains and lakes in the heart of the altiplano!

The city of Puno is Lake Titicaca’s most important Peruvian port. Often called Peru’s “Folkloric Capital”, Puno has different festivals and ceremonies all year round, including the Virgin of Candelaria Festival, deemed an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. Among the must-see sights are the Menor Cathedral, the Carlos Dreyer and de la Coca y Costumbres Museums, where many Native American pieces are on display, as well as Quechua and Aymara traditional costumes.

About 30 kilometers inland, Sillustani is an enchanting stop-off and well worth the visit for landscape lovers. At the edge of Umayo Lake, surrounded by plains of golden grass gently swaying in the wind, you’ll find the chullpas ruins, a group of large, round pre-Incan tombs reaching up to 12 meters high.

Half an hour from Puno, the Uros Islands are a true escape. On these manmade floating islands of woven reeds, the Uros have constructed a village with their own houses, schools and worship places.

An hour’s boat ride south is Taquile, one of the largest Peruvian islands of Lake Titicaca. This highly secluded spot has safeguarded a rare authenticity; the villagers
still practice their local customs while developing a sustainable tourism that goes along with their traditions. Walk on centuries-old stone paths and meet the Quechua weavers donning their typical, handmade headwear. Their renowned crafts have been recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO.

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Costa Rica: BETWEEN THE CARIBBEAN & THE PACIFIC

The coasts of Costa Rica, two hundred kilometers apart, are perfect examples of sensible, high standard tourism, geared towards discovering and protecting Central American ecosystems.

Bordering the Caribbean to the north-east, a one-hour flight or five-hour bus and boat ride from the capital San José, you’ll find the Tortuguero National Park. Covering an area of 310 km2, this natural reservation is the nesting site for a large variety of marine turtles. You can witness the spectacular event at night, led by an experienced local guide.

This biological sanctuary, the wildest place in the country, can be explored by boat, or in a kayak as a sportier option. Cruise through a maze of navigable canals, surrounded by lush, primary forest. It’s a unique opportunity to see more than 400 species of birds in their natural habitat during their migration period, and hundreds of species of amphibians, reptiles, and mammals, including the famous jaguar.

Follow the same latitude line towards the Pacific coast to Guanacaste Province, and it’s a whole new scenery.
A four-hour drive or one-hour flight from San José, this region is just as lush, boasting a natural habitat with myriad animals, plants and sublime landscapes.

From Samara, protected by its coral reefs where snorkelers can see manta rays, turtles and an array of tropical fish, to Puerto Carrillo and Punta Islita, where you can go fishing and scuba diving, you can above
all relax and enjoy leisurely strolls along some of the most beautiful beaches of Coast Rica. Cruises are also organized during certain seasons to observe whales, dolphins and manta rays: an unforgettable experience.

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Mexico: Exploring Unchartered Yucatán

Campeche, the region west of the Yucatán peninsula, is rich in patrimony and far from the typical sightseeing tours. Among the many gems in the region, there are two exceptional, must-see spots.

Campeche, the region’s capital city and namesake, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999. It was one of the peninsula’s largest exporting ports to Spain, making it a haven for piracy in the Caribbean. Visitors can still see the city’s fortifications, along with many forts and bastions, some of which have been restored in museums, such as San Miguel and San José el Alto. Campeche’s colonial architecture, blended with a Baroque and Renaissance feel, is ideal for a picturesque stroll along the cobblestone streets of the old city. Every night, a «mapping» display showing the history of Mexico is projected onto

El Palacio Cultural Center’s facade.

At the heart of the world’s third-largest biosphere reserve, five hours from the city of Campeche, Calakmul has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2002. Although not as famous as its rivals Uxmal (Mexico) and Tikal (Guatemala) because of its isolation, Calakmul was nevertheless one of the most powerful cities of the Mayan Empire. The site covers more than 30 km2 and is home to the remains of some 6,700 constructions and stelae, or sculpted stones. The remarkable pyramid protecting the tomb of King Jaguar Paw of the Snake Dynasty would have taken more than 300 years to build, the longest known construction in the Mayan civilization to date. At the top of the temples, there’s a striking panorama: the enchanting

serenity of endless jungle, embellished by the occasional sounds of monkeys, birds and other animals living in this wild habitat.

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Panama: The Art Of Mola

Spread out over a territory from the islands of San Blas in Panama to the Isthmus of Darien in Colombia, the indigenous Kuna ethnic group have a unique artisanal skill – the mola – now displayed in the largest museums in the world for its beauty and craftmanship. The “bird feathers” or mola in the Dulegaya

language, is a mosaic of colorful, ornamental cloths sewn together, inspired by body paintings originally worn only by women. The arrival of the Spanish and clothing changed their tradition, and the then ephemeral body paintings became physical textile creations.

In the Kuna society, women are the keepers of traditions, and the only ones who can sew and wear the blouses and tunics in mola. The patterns represent either mythical plants and animals, or the tribe’s daily activities. Tejiolos (mola weavers) can spend up to six months on one piece, which shows the value of these works of art.

 

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Colombia: The Pearl of the Caribbean

An interview with Zully Salazar, President of the Cartagena Tourism Board

2017 was “France/Colombia Year”. What was your overall impression of this collaboration? Really positive. The cultural exchange this year offered a wide range of activities and events from both countries to promote Colombia as a coveted tourist destination. The numbers speak for themselves: in 2017, we had 66,747 French visitors to Colombia, 12,000 more than in 2016. In Cartagena, we saw a 38% rise in tourism with almost 6,700 French visitors.

What’s in the cards for 2018? We have many international events including the International Cinema Festival (FICCI), the Classical Music Festival, the HAY Festival dedicated to literature, not to mention numerous gastronomy and artisanal fairs. We’re working with ProColombia to develop cultural activities all year round, so that no season is a “low season”.

Cartagena is considered one of the most beautiful getaways in Latin America. What kind of client would you recommend the city to? Our city brings together lots of tourism products like few other destinations in the Caribbean. On top of the magnificent beaches on the Rosario Islands, the city has authentic cultural and historical assets. In terms of shopping, some of the most prestigious jewelers and designers are here, as well as high-quality artisanal products. The MICE sector is full swing, with lots of Convention Centers and upscale hotels. On the corporate side, foreign business saw a 30% boost and it’s still on the rise. I think there’s something for every client in the city.

Sustainable tourism is and will be one of the big trends in 2018. How is Cartagena taking part in this initiative? The city has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and we’re still working on new sustainable development and social certifications. Today, more than 70 public and private entities are doing a substantive job with all the local organizations involved, so that everyone can do their part in sustainable development for our city and benefit from it.

 

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