The lifestyle in Argentina is similar to Spain (as I understand it). In general there is siesta every day and dinner is late at night. There are often four meals a day. The "fourth meal" is often called "tea" and is a light snack eaten around the hours that most people eat dinner in the US. Dinner is usually started later than 9. Also, no one shows up on time (almost no one) For example, last night I was invited to dinner at the Cadillo's again and invited to come at 8. I showed up at 8:30 and I still felt early (although totally welcome).
I want to mention that Rene and Daniela's children are completely adorable. I love the sound of Antonella's laugh, a sweet constant giggle. I love practicing my Spanish with Paula. Last night they were excited to find out that used to teach dance.
Last night for dinner we had picada y postre.
Picada is like antipasto, complete with:
and ham, mortadella and prosciutto (I had to look up the word because all I could come up with was jamon crudo.)
and homemade empanadas!!! With diced beef, eggs and herbs; or cheese. In Salta empanadas are always baked, not fried. Love them.
For dessert we had a strawberry and cream tart and a bunch of different types of cookies (most containing dulce de leche).
Of course dinner was also served with agua mineral con gas and wine from the area.
Tonight I am invited out again to return to the almacen (where I went Saturday afternoon) to enjoy more wine, picada and conversation. It is great practice for me to go out and I enjoy the company but my alarm certainly comes early every morning and siesta does not exist for medicine. (Surprise surprise)
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