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Mate Tasting Experience: Authentic Argentine Tradition
5.0
26 Ratings
Buenos Aires
We are Marcela and Tomás, two big Mate fans.
Together we have given many classes and Mate tasting experiences to tourists and locals. We are ready to share our expertise about this local tradition with you, so you can have a genuine taste of Argentina!
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Tte. Benjamín Matienzo 1559 - Yerba Mate: ​meaning, origin, production process, properties,​ ​consumption types and levels in Argentina and worldwide.
Become an expert: ​different types of yerbas in the market. Accessories, straws, cups and curing process.
Tasting:​ how to prepare the perfect mate. Get to taste all our Blends served with some typical Argentine sweets.
The ritual: ​the meaning of mate in Argentine culture.
Closure​ and discounts in all our shop.
You’ll receive a diploma certifying your participation in the workshop!
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Tea and coffee
Meal Options
- Mate tasting - Get to try the best traditional organic Yerba Mate and also all of our 100% natural Blends.
- Traditional Argentine sweets - The Mate is served with some of the most traditional Argentine sweets and bakery.
Location
Tte. Benjamín Matienzo 1559
Teniente Benjamín Matienzo
The workshop will take place at PACHAMAMA (Benjamín Matienzo 1559), located in Cañitas: one of the nicest and most calm parts of Palermo, Buenos Aires.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Kevin_b
Sep 8, 2024
Perfect introduction for us to an Argentinian tradition - It was a great experience and Tomi is a real expert for mate and its tradition.
Definitely can recommend this event for tourists and locals who are keen to learn more about mate.
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Annasw9273xt
Sep 7, 2024
Perfect and recommend this experience! - Wonderful experience! We learned a lot about the mate culture and how to prepare a mate! Have always been interested in how it tastes and we had a great time. Thank you!!
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Xinhuikatie_y
Jun 22, 2024
Wonderful experience - Tommy was very knowledgeable and share as much as he can during that short period of time. It was wonderful to experience this. Highly recommend!
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Yves_k
May 27, 2024
great course - Tomi is a wonderful and funny guy. he turns a simple course into a great experience, thanks for that!
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Katie_l
May 18, 2024
Enjoyable experience - Tommy was an amazing host/cebador! Even though I've been drinking yerba mate on my own for a while, I got to learn so much from Tommy. He went through how/where mate is cultivated and harvested, where the tradition came from, and culture around drinking and sharing yerba mate, and most importantly how to prepare it on your own. The experience is totally worth it because you get to try different types...original and flavoured ones, and have some snacks to eat with it. It was a really casual atmosphere, and Tommy got to answer all the questions we had. It was a lot of fun, time went by so fast AND you get your own certificate in the end! Loved it overall!
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Andrew_g
Mar 24, 2024
Wonderful! - We very much enjoyed the mate class! Tomi was a welcoming and engaging host. We learned so much about mate -- not only how to drink it, but also about its history and social importance. We can't wait to try the mate we brought home with friends!
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Anna_t
Feb 20, 2024
Fun and educational experience - My husband and I really enjoyed the experience. We learned how to make and drink mate and tasted many different varieties. Great thing to do when you are in Buenos Aires.
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Florda_p
Jan 30, 2024
Book the event and enjoy! - It's only my second day visiting Argentina and I already learned a skill! Tomás, the wonderful
Cebador, is an organized, knowledgeable, and patient instructor. Don't overthink it, book the event and enjoy!
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Evelyn_c
Jan 18, 2024
Excellent introduction to MATE! - Tommy was so knowledgeable and passionate about mate! We had a LOT of questions and he answered them all with patience and enthusiasm. He made my first-ever experience savoring mate truly unforgettable. THANK YOU!
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Emma_l
Jan 14, 2024
A drink to share with friends - A well-organized and informative session. I love the stories about mate and all the different blends that the workshop offered.
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