After leaving Rio de Janeiro, we flew to Iguazu Falls, one of South America’s best known natural attractions. Since leaving Brazil, we’ve been traveling through a series of small towns in Northern Argentina as we make our way up to Bolivia. So far, we’ve stopped in San Ignacio Mini, Posadas, Colonia Carlos Pellegrini, Tafi de Valle and Cafayate. Some of these towns are very, very small. Some are even too small to support a supermarket, which makes finding decent vegan food a challenge. However, there’s nothing like a string of boring food days to make you appreciate interesting culinary finds like Vegemite, artisan chocolate bars, and wine flavoured ice cream.
Buenos Aires
Vegan Street Art and Graffiti in Buenos Aires
Everytime I spot vegan-themed street art, I squeal with excitement. It makes me so happy, I can’t help it! I dare say it’s more of a thrill than finding money on the street. Here are some pictures of vegan graffiti I’ve come across in Buenos Aires.
Fainá and Fugazza: Two Vegan Pizza Options in Buenos Aires
Fainá and Fugazza are two popular items you’ll find on menus at almost every pizza shop in Buenos Aires. Traditionally, they’re made without cheese and are vegan friendly. Heck, Fainá is even gluten free. It’s not everyday that a local favourite just happens to be vegan. When I learn of such a dish, I can’t help but make a point of seeking it out.
Raw Crepes and Vegan Pizza at Buenos Aires Verde
Buenos Aires Verde is an organic vegetarian restaurant and one of few places where you’ll find raw food in the city. Conveniently located just a few blocks from our apartment in Palermo Hollywood, it was only a matter of time before we strolled over for a lunch date.
Quick and Healthy Lunch at Pura Vida Juice Bar
Pura Vida Juice Bar is among a small group of healthy, natural food spots that have popped up across Buenos Aires in the last few years. After reading about their smoothies, vegan sandwiches and muffins, we decided to put on our sneakers, grab a map, and make an adventure out of walking half way across the city to try them out.
Amazing Smoothies at bBlue
bBlue is a natural deli and juice bar located in the heart of the Palermo Soho neighbourhood of Buenos Aires. We came across bBlue while exploring the area and were immediately drawn in. We didn’t know we were hungry or thirsty until we saw people through the window sipping on big, brightly coloured smoothies and enjoying plates with generous side salads.
Cheap Eats at Bodhi’s Vegetarian Buffet
Bodhi is a vegetarian buffet restaurant located in the Montserrat neighbourhood of Buenos Aires. They have a generous selection of Asian inspired dishes, as well as vegetarian versions of typical Argentinian fare. The best part: it’s an all-you-can-eat buffet and really, really cheap.
Five Course Vegan Tasting Menu at Casa Felix
Diego Felix, owner and head chef at Casa Felix, welcomes guests to his restaurant with the same warmth and love most people offer when welcoming close friends and family to a dinner party. The lower level of Diego’s home just happens to be where he welcomes 12 lucky diners on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings for five course vegetarian, vegan or pescetarian tasting menus. However, I got the impression his warm greeting had nothing to do with the location of his restaurant and everything to do with his passion for cooking.
Late night dining at Bio Solo Orgánico
On our second night in Buenos Aires, we walked to Bio Solo Orgánico, a nearby organic vegetarian restaurant in the Palermo Hollywood area. We were walking around for awhile before we found it. As soon as we saw the meat is murder graffiti we figured the restaurant must be just around the corner…and it was!
Homemade Vegan Meals in Buenos Aires
After reading about vegan grocery shopping in Buenos Aires, you may be wondering what we’ve been doing with all that food. Here are some examples of the simple meals we’ve prepared at home. They might not be the most exciting meals you’ve ever seen but keep in mind we’re trying to save money by eating at home so we can enjoy the odd meal out at a fancy veggie restaurant.











