Climbing a big, long mountain like Aconcagua is a perfect excuse to indulge in a big, long feast of calories after the expedition. After all, climbers spend up to 10.000 calories during summit day.
The valleys at the foot of the Andes are well know for its wines, but Mendoza also has a growing gourmet scene, and of course there’s the famed Argentinean beef. Below are ten of our favorite places to visit after an Aconcagua trip (or at any other time, actually).
The way of the Gaucho
You need to have climbed a 7.000m mountain to be able to finish a steak at Don Mario, a classic restaurant in Mendoza. It’s not fancy or with a particularly cool ambience, but the quality is good and the quantity is overwhelming. Prices are mid range. (
In the best local tradition
Taking the time to sit down to a long, relaxed meal is a Mendocinian tradition. It is indeed a way to experience the good things of this land; sitting outside in the shade, enjoying the iconic views that combine vineyards and trees -the works of man- and the sheer scale of the mountains -the works of nature-. This identity reflexes in the table. And, of course there’s the local Malbec…
Ojo de Agua Taberna y Parilla is a small restaurant among vineyards that has been getting attention and good reviews. It is a bit far from the city and they do not accept credit cards. But the food, the views and the organic wine make it a great choice for a relaxed lunch. Mid range prices. (www.trapiche.com.ar)
Morning glory
If breakfast is your energy-recovering meal, the “café” and restaurant Bute is a great choice in downtown. Good coffee, convenient location and a solid kitchen (as opposite to frozen croissants and a microwave oven). And if you are a Grajales Expeditions costumer, you get special benefits! ([ Text: Nicolás García / Photos: courtesy by BUTE and Maal Wines]
This is amazing !!!