The most popular traditions and customs of Argentina

It is considered that customs and traditions of Argentina They are very broad in terms of cultural diversity, therefore, it is possible to find more of them compared to other countries. There are some that have achieved popularity outside the territory, because they are very representative and practically a characteristic that allows them to be associated with an Argentine. Which we have compiled with the intention of expanding the general culture of our readers.

Among them, it is possible to find Argentine traditions such as mate, folklore, the famous empanadas or even fairs held in Buenos Aires.

Argentine empanadas

Known only as “empanadas”, this dish is one of the most emblematic and one that generates controversial issues such as the competition between Argentina and Uruguay for the best. Regardless of this, the Argentine empanada is an authentic delicacy that can be filled in various ways depending on the region in which you are.

There are Catamarca empanadas, from Tucumán, Córdoba, Salteñas, Mendoza, La Rioja, Santiago, Creoles, Rosario and Entre Ríos. Each of them with a different touch and a similar image, as in all the flavor is spectacular. They have a sermi-circle shape of about 20 centimeters in diameter.

Mate

Mate is a Typical drink of the customs of Argentina, an infusion made with yerba mate leaves (which is why that name was coined). These leaves are cut and then ground to add them to a mate or porongo (a kind of pipe to drink mate) with water at the right temperature and also according to taste, it is possible to add some sweetening element that covers the bitterness produced by the yerba.

On the other hand, mate includes a number of benefits in those who consume it, since it works as a digestive and purifier (it has antioxidants), which allows to preserve the organism. For this reason and the fact that Argentines tend to drink a lot of mate, this is a fairly popular Argentine tradition.

The tango

A musical genre and dance originated in Río de la Plata, which also influenced nearby cities such as Montevideo and Buenos Aires. Its success is mainly due to the cultural diversity of the time (mentioned above to explain why there are so many customs and traditions), in which foreigners from Europe mainly immigrated and that this contributed to the creation of Tango with the help of the ancestors of the colony.

In addition, it must be mentioned that it was, and is, a popular dance that revolutionized all styles up to that moment. Since it added that sensual touch that was danced as a couple and embraced. Its composition is usually made up of both the theme and the chorus. Sometimes his lyrics were written in a 'slang'. That is, in a language used only by a small group of people.

Soccer

Football is from traditions and customs of Argentina since it is the most popular sport in the country, it is the one that has the most federated players and in turn, it is also the most practiced by the male gender. According to the data, every 9/10 people like soccer and are a supporter of a team. It was in 1893 when the so-called Argentine Football Association was created, being the eighth oldest in the world. The soccer clubs that belong to Argentina are the ones that have achieved the most international titles.

Outdoor fairs

In Argentina the organization of outdoor fairs is very common, especially in its capital Buenos Aires; among them we can find the following:

• San Telmo Fair: a street fair that is held weekly and is one of the largest in South America. In this it is common the sale of local souvenirs and the sale of antiques.
• Book Fair: Held in Parque Rivadavia every weekend, this capital is considered the one with the largest number of bookstores per number of citizens.

The roast

The barbecue is an Argentine tradition in which cooking is used to slowly cook food, which is usually meat, chicken, cutlet, lamb, fish, among other types of meat. These are cooked with the use of charcoal, wood or gas grill, with which the heat is produced that will allow the cooking of meats or sausages.

In Argentina, roasts usually require several hours of fire, many times it is eaten "al pan" that is, it is used to eat cooked food or "on the plate", where the roast is served with a knife and fork. It is also said that they are the people who live in the field, those who master the technique known as 'roasted to the cross' or 'roasted on the grill'. It is said that in the cities it has a small variation in its preparation and it is not so rustic, since they do not start from the same preparation of the fire and that will be noticed in the food.

Ring run

It is normally celebrated in Buenos Aires, in the Mataderos neighborhood. The game consists in that the competitors are divided into two groups and the idea is that in an arch where a ring hangs, the gaucho must go and cross it with a stick or similar. It is a typical and entertaining game, which you will surely enjoy watching if you come to see the practices that are usually carried out in all the Slaughterhouses Fairs.

Pinamar screen

Every year is tradition of Argentina the organization of the "Pinamar Screen" event in March, where it is possible to see a little of the national-European cinematography, enjoy the guests and that they enjoy Argentine cuisine and cinema.

The milk candy

Of all the Argentine desserts, one of the most typical and well-known is the dulce de leche. Although it is true that its origin dates back several centuries, as of the year 1900 it was already marketed in this place. So much so that in Cañuelas (Buenos Aires) every year he pays tribute in the form of Dulce de Leche Festival and this has been declared of tourist interest. Dulce de leche is prepared by heating condensed milk, but although it may seem the opposite, it is not as cloying as one thinks, although it is sugary.

The Yerra

It is a day of celebration and tradition for the countryside. It is true that if we talk about the origins of what is known as Yerra we would have to unite them with Egypt. But Argentina welcomed it by incorporating it as one of its great days. The very word that is derived from 'iron', makes mention of the cattle marking. That moment when a very hot iron lands on his back. But also during this moment you could see the vaccination of the animals or the skill that each owner or rider had on them. So also the use of the lasso is an expected moment.

Alfajores

Although, dulce de leche is established as the typical dessert par excellence, we cannot forget the alfajores either. With Andalusian origin, but which was established in Argentina to the delight of all diners. It is a kind of dough joined by a filling, as if it were a cookie. The dough is made up of flour, butter, and egg yolks. It is true that one of the most successful fillings is dulce de leche, but there are others with fruits or chocolate.

The Malambo

Although it is true that tango is one of the most widespread dances, we could not put Malambo aside because it is a folk dance. It must be said that it belongs to the call southern music and what birth was back in 1600. It is music made through a legüero bass drum but it does not have lyrics. Guitars will also accompany this special music.

I greet with a kiss on the cheek

It is true that it will be more and more frequent to see how the two kisses are one of the best ways of greeting. But giving so alone one on one cheek it has always been one of the great customs of this country. With the exception that it was a more formal event or moment, the kissing rule was not followed then. It is true that it is a more common greeting among women, even if they do not know each other at all.

The wedding cake and ribbons

It is a tradition, although it is true that we can see it more and more and in other places. Although, we usually throw the bouquet towards single people who want a 'help' to be the next to go through the altar, in this case it is different. It has the same purpose, but is raised in an original way. The wedding cake it will have hidden a ring, tied to a ribbon that sticks out. But of course, there will be many other equal ribbons that also stand out from this dessert. So people who are single, can be pulling these tapes. Whoever finds the ring will be the next to say 'yes, I do'.

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