Archive for the "Must Do" Category

Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts

Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts | Une Petit Soiree in New York City Previewing what will come soon to the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts (April 7th. – May 1st.). Tonight we enjoy a very nice evening by the Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation and PIFA – Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts organization, for the presentation of the upcoming month of the Arts to take place at this fantastic city. A festival to celebrate the quality, breadth and diversity of Philadelphia’s arts and cultural resources. The promoters say they will have something for everyone, and they mean it: LGBT Artists, Happening and More will perform and expose during this non-stop month of art.

Teatro Colon Buenos Aires

Tonight I have experienced one of the best wonders of the city of Buenos Aires, the Teatro COLON. Consider to be one of the top theaters in the world and the one with the best acoustics in South America. Last 2008 the Teatro Colon celebrated its 100 years. Check more Photos, Videos and Info at carlosmeliablog.com

Fishermen for a day at Mar del Plata

Fishermen for a day at Mar del Plata • This was, I have to admit, one of the nicest experiences I have had in a long time. Always watch this in movies like the Perfect Storm, and wanted to be part of that. Thanks to Juan Taranto, his two suns and the crew men of the MESSINA boat, to whom I am overly thankful, I spent a whole morning learning about their everyday life, work and stories.

FORTIN Leather and Polo Boots store Mar del Plata

FORTIN Leather and Polo Boots store Mar del Plata • if Bangkok is the best place for suits, and Buenos Aires for Leather Jackets…. Mar del Plata is the one when it comes to Leather Shoes and Polo Boots. FORTIN Leather is THE place to buy the most amazing Argentinean leather hand crafted boots made using the old traditional techniques. But also, is a MUST SEE and DO spot of Mar del Plata to learn and watch their artisans work and make wonders with this sexy and chic material.

Milion Buenos Aires • Great Restaurant and Multispace

Milion Buenos Aires • Great Restaurant and Multispace. Milion should be spelled with “D” of Diversity. A stunning venue with a renewed Gourmet and Bar offer. A 05 steps degustation diner including one starter, two main courses and two desserts. All married with local sparkling and red wines. Milion Buenos Aires ( http://www.milion.com.ar )

San Ramon Nonato Convent hidden GEM of Buenos Aires

Grande de San Ramon Nonato Convent another hidden GEM of the city of Buenos Aires, same or similar as the one I posted last week – Claustro de Santa Catalina. Right in the heart of downtown Financial district of Buenos Aires, this amazing mirage inspires tranquility and takes you away from the crazy huzzle and and buzzle of this cosmopolitan city.

TIP • BEST Leather Jackets made in Argentina in 24 hours

As most of you already know….. if you want a GREAT suit you go to Bangkok, but if you are looking for the best LEATHER JACKETS at a ridiculous price then Buenos Aires is the right place to get them, and MAYBE Leather my favorite store. There in less than 24 hours they will tailor made your own jacket, at your own style, with the leather type of your choice and tuned with the interior linen of your preference.

MEDIO y MEDIO • Drink made in Montevideo

Today while walking around the bohemian and interesting area of MERCADO DEL PUERTO in Montevideo – Port Market – I was introduced to a typical drink of this city, that from now on… among many others have become a new addiction. Not for nothing in less than an hour two full bottles of Medio y Medio were rolling empty along the alleys of the market.

Isabel B. de Ferari Favorite BAR in Buenos Aires

Isaberl B. de Ferrari, known among its regulars as ISABEL is my new and favorite bar in the city of Buenos Aires. Door to door with the famous and trendy Casa Cruz Restaurant in the up and ever coming neighborhood of Palermo SOHO. ( Uriarte 1664 )

EL CLAUSTRO Santa Catalina

EL CLAUSTRO Santa Catalina is one of those hidden gems that you will, only find, by the hand of a local. Located right the middle of the downtown of Buenos Aires (city porteña, how local refer to it), a little mirage of peacefulness, good taste and an interesting gourmet options.