Settle in and learn about mate, the iconic Argentine infusion: why we drink it, its symbolism, and a few curiosities you won’t find in a guidebook.
Try mate for the first time (or perfect your technique) and learn how to prepare your own infusion. Coffee, tea, and mate cocido are also available as alternatives.
Sample some of Buenos Aires most traditional baked goods, including a variety of facturas and biscochitos de grasa.
Choose a design from the options provided or create your own, however you like it.
Bring your design to life with acrylics, guided step by step by your host. No painting experience needed — anyone can do it!
Leave with your hand-painted mate cup and unforgettable memories of Argentine culture.
What happens when you combine Argentina’s most iconic tradition with art? You get the Mate & Paint Experience — an intimate, hands-on afternoon in Buenos Aires where culture, flavor, and creativity come together. Mate is far more than a drink here; it’s a daily ritual, a symbol of friendship, and a window into the Argentine way of life. In a cozy atelier just off the corner of Salta and Independencia, your host walks you through that world in a relaxed, welcoming setting where there’s no pressure to “get it right” — whether you’ve never held a paintbrush or never tasted mate before. It’s the kind of experience that turns a souvenir into something personal: instead of buying a mate cup, you decorate your own and carry home a piece of Argentina made by your own hands. Perfect for curious travelers, couples, and small groups who want an authentic, creative alternative to the usual tourist trail, it’s a warm and memorable way to slow down and connect with local culture, one brushstroke and one sip at a time.
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