buenos-aires wanderings: drunken tips and hidden cafes

i just checked and it's a crisp breeze, there right now, hope you like that kind of thing. the streets smell of fresh *asado and a hint of candombe drifting from a corner bandoneón player. i wandered past the historic plaza, where a tango dancer was rehearsing in the shadows. parrilla aromas swirl around the cobblestones, and a lone milonga flyer sticks to a lamppost. someone told me that the hidden café on the corner serves the strongest espresso you’ll ever taste, keep an eye on your wallet though because pickpockets love the rush hour crowd. if you get antsy, the next city is just a hop away. TripAdvisor Yelp Local board

tango beats echo through the night, café* lights flicker, and the city hums.

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