Authentic asado and cooking experience in a beautiful home in El Talar

We traveled to B.A. in December before a trip to Antarctica and arrived on the day Argentina won the world cup. It was such an electric and amazing experience to be there and celebrate victory with the locals. But by far, the best experience we had in B.A. was our time with Connie and her husband, Monolo. They welcomed us into their home and treated us as family. They picked us up at our hotel and returned us with very safe and reliable transportation. Their home is situated in a very safe gated community with amazing architecture of the homes. Their backyard lani setting truly felt like a resort. Inside their kitchen, we donned our aprons and went to work. Corn empanadas were on the menu, and they were absolutly delishus. Connie was patient and educational, and immersed us into the history of Aregentina and their local customs. But then the real show began. Monolo showed us their parrilla and we started to experience a true asado via a cooking technique called a “la parrilla”. Wood fired smokey delish meats included chorizos, steaks, chittlings (which was absolutly amazing) and black pudding. My takeaway was the wonderful local wines they paired the meal with and they also cooked and served and the provoleta cheese, along with baguettes that were perfectly cooked with our meal. Very fair pricing for our experience in a loving home – I highly recommend and will be back again one day--- Thank you, Connie and Monolo !

Wow! We cannot say enough about this experience. It was excellent at every level. Not only did our host couple open their home to us on Christmas, but they showed us how make a number of exception traditional Argentine dishes, including a back yard barbeque that included meats, vegetables, & cheeses. We felt like family in the way we were welcomed into their home & we learned a lot through the experience. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!

The only thing that eclipsed the beautiful villa we explored and cooked in was the food itself. Constanza is incredibly knowledgeable and an excellent teacher who made sure to discuss the how and why along with the what for everything we did. It was a perfect mix of explanation, demonstration, and practice that resulted in a meal and dining experience that topped the best restaurants in Florence. My wife and I were joined with two families, one with children, and the kitchen became a wonderful community with our host accommodating us all. We left with our stomachs and hearts full and with an renewed appreciation for quality ingredients that make excellent food and the joy that should come with cooking.

Constanza and Manolo were fantastic. We felt genuinely welcomed into an Argentine home. We learned how asado is done right, and we got to participate in every part of the process. It was a wonderful and relaxing evening. Highly recommend.

My boyfriend and I had an amazing time with Constanza and Manolo. We learned how an Argentine asado is setup and how to cook different cuts of meats. We also learned how to make corn empanadas, which I haven’t had before. The recipe was so simple and the empanadas turned out so delicious, I can’t wait to make them when we are back in NYC. Constanza and Manolo were such generous and welcoming hosts. Their home is impeccable. My boyfriend and I learned so much during our time with Constanza and Manolo. This was an unforgettable experience. Thank you!

A warm , authentic experience. We had an absolutely lovely time with Costanza and Manolo! From the minute we walked through the door their energy was contagious. Costanza and Manolo were very welcoming, comforting and knowledgeable about what makes good food. For our visit, we elected to learn how to make empanadas and do a proper asado. Constanza guided us as we made empanada de humita and Manolo walked us through the process of using the parilla. We will certainly be using what we learned from them at home. Their house is outside of the city but it's absolutely worth the commute. You'll love it!

It was our last night in Argentina, and we couldn't go out without knowing how they (Argentinean :)) prepare it! Upon arriving we were welcomed with open arms and asked to feel at home. And we really feel like with friends, enjoying cooking and company. We used to barbecue, but it was our first time to see and learn to prepare meat in the traditional Argentinean style. And it was worth every moment - new techniques, new types of meat dishes. . .We left Argetina with good taste, good smell and hugs from friends. Thank you! We hope to meet again.

This was probably the best evening we've ever had with another couple learning how to cook authentic Argentinian grilling (Asado) and making empanadas. But best of all was the warm, friendly, and charming couple, Constanza and Manolo, who taught the class in their gorgeous home. Constanza taught us to make empanadas and Manolo demonstrated all of the finer details of Asado grilling, like building the fire, placement of the meats, and putting the embers exactly where needed to perfectly cook everything. Then we sat down at their dinner table with 7 different kinds of meats (beef, pork, sausages and more) and had a feast with this delightful and interesting couple. The evening could not have been better. Manolo was beyond charming and Constanza was adorable and both were outstanding teachers. Many thanks for an evening we'll never forget. It was an extra charge for them to pick us up at our hotel and bring us home afterwards and I highly recommend this option because it makes the evening more relaxing.

Mariela and Pablo were amazing hosts! They served us an incredible meal and were filled with information about Buenos Aires and Argentina. We had a blast and highly recommend!

We had a really lovely evening with Constanza and her husband Monolo. We experienced making empanada's and then we had an asado, which Monolo took charge of. It was hands on all the way through and we had a lovely meal, a good selections of meats with several glasses of local wine and were made to feel amongst friends. We got an Uber each way (30/35 mins) - much cheaper than the price of the offered arranged transport.Having now got back to UK were researching how to build our own asado!

The asado and empanada cooking was a great experience! Constanza and Manolo were very kind and welcoming from the beginning. They picked us up from the hotel, dropped us off at the end, and opened up their beautiful house and backyard to us. They taught us a lot not only with regards to traditional meals/food but also with regards to the Argentine culture. It felt like having a meal with friends! They both speak english fluently, so we were all able to understand and partake in the experience. I highly recommend the experience for anyone, especially english speakers looking to learn about traditional cuisine and those with interest in asado!

It was our last evening in Argentina, and we just could not leave without learning how they (Argentinians :)) prepare it! When coming we were greeted with open arms and asked to feel like at home. And we really felt as with friends enjoying joint...More

This is way more than just a cooking class - it's an experience into Argentina social life. Connie and her husband (Monolo) were great, they welcomed us into their house like we were their friends. Monolo did the barbecuing (the asado part) and Connie taught...More

My wife and I really enjoyed our time with Virginia and Lucas! We were able to prepare and cook an authentic Argentinian asado starting with buying the products at the local shops, and then, preparing and cooking in their home. Virginia put a lot of time and thought into the menu, and I had some dietary restrictions which she was able to accommodate. The food was delicious, and we really enjoyed learning more about Argentinian food and culture. We would definitely recommend booking with Virginia and Lucas!

I'm already a big foodie and researched Argentinian cooking so I was thrilled to see an evening like this offered. Constanza and her husband were warm and welcoming. Her home and family were beautiful. My husband was instantly jealous over there cooking area in the backyard. The food and company were great and I can't wait to bring what we learned home.

Constanza & Manolo exceeded any expectation we could have ever imagined. From the moment we met them, we were instant friends. They welcomed us into their beautiful home and made us feel as though we had known each other for a long time. It was like going to a friend's home for a BBQ while learning new cuts of meat, types of wood, techniques and their cultural past time . We talked, we laughed, we ate for hours and learned how the traditional Asado was prepared and presented. The food and wine were amazing. Every course was just as good or better than the one before. The flavors were incredible. Constanza showed me how to make empanadas in the kitchen and while I was making some, Manolo was teaching Jaxon the proper way to start the parrilla with woods we are now dreaming of. We were so inspired that we have taken a new approach to the way we BBQ and the Argentine cuisine. We hope to build an Argentine parrilla in our backyard and entertain our friends with an Asado experience. Thank you so very much Constanza and Manolo, we hope to meet you again some day! Terry & Jaxon

This felt like a couple that you knew at the university who got married, moved to Argentina, and you are now visiting them many years later. An evening with Constanza and Juan was the highlight of our stay in Argentina. Their house is beautiful, perfect for entertaining and experiencing an Argentine barbecue.The food was really delicious. From the picadas to the empanadas, to the different cuts of meats and vegetables cooked on the grill, everything was perfect. We had good conversation for hours while cooking on their backyard patio. The trees in the backyard provided a cool escape from the hot sun and a perfect backdrop to the evening. Constanza and Juan are two very warm and down to earth people. They provided some very helpful cooking tips as well as getting a taste of the Argentine barbecue experience. Muchas gracias Constanza y Juan por una noche maravillosa que nunca olvidaremos.