Buenos Aires – It’s been raining a lot this week, so I’ve been in, catching up on lots of reading and writing. I just saw a great post over on eGullet, where I occasionally pop in to see if anyone is saying anything witty, brilliant, or amusing. Back in August of 2004 I wrote a… Read More A Short Musing
Buenos Aires – When it comes to buildings, I tend to think of federal style as a mix of red brick and white shutters, everything being a bit blocky in appearance. When it comes to federal style furniture, it’s almost the opposite, with curves and elegance, and fancy fabrics like damask. I’m sure there was… Read More Federal Style
Buenos Aires – I had a couple of hours before my lunch date yesterday, and after running a few errands found myself near to the Plaza Congreso. The plaza has become home to daily gatherings of the unemployed and/or homeless – most just seem to choose a spot that is theirs for the day, some… Read More A Beaux Arts Walk