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JAYHAWKS ABROAD
TOP FOODS TO TRY IN ARGENTINA
Bv Amber Norris
During the summer of 2014, with the help of the Gilman Scholarship Program, I was given the opportunity to study abroad in the Language & Culture in Buenos Aires Argentina program for six weeks. This was an amazing experience as it allowed me to immerse myself in the culture,the language and the food that Argentina had to offer.
I got the opportunity to try blood sausage (which I will never eat again), and little chocolate candies that shot whiskey into my mouth when I bit into them. I indulged in Argentina's Dulce de Leche, which is a sweet caramel and flavored alcoholic beverage, as well as many other foods. When we traveled to El Tigre, I tasted some of the best meat that I have ever eaten in my life. We were taken on a boat ride, where we went on a tour of the forest and ate an exquisite meal. They prepared salad, pork, steak, sausage brisket, chicken and more, all for us.
Studying abroad is a once in a lifetime, life-changing experience for students in any area of study. As a minority and a first generation college student I thought I would never be able to afford to take an adventure as great as this one, but I did it! There were millions of memorable experiences, and I encourage students to go out and make their own experiences when they study abroad. This program allowed me to not only better my language skills, but also to learn more about my future profession, try lots of new foods, and explore Argentinian culture. With the help of the Gilman Scholarship committee, my family, friends and advisors, I made a dream trip to halfway cross the world possible. I know you can too!
1. Milanesa is an Argentinian meat that tastes similar to an American pork chop. 2. Empanadas: We were able to try ham, beef, cheese, potato and corn empanadas that were all delicious! 3. Medialunas are very similar to American croissants or crescent rolls, but even better! My group could not get enough medialnas and coffee. 4. Waffles & Ice Cream: My roommate and I found this platter while looking for a restaurant that served breakfast food. 5. Pizzas in Argentina were very cheesy and had little to no meat, a huge change from American pizzas. 6. La Picada is a typical Argentinian appetizer dish made of many finger foods. In America, it is like an appetizer sampler platter. It is usually served with wine. 7. Steak and Fries and Pumpkin Sauce Delicious!
8. Hamburger: The Argentinian hamburger has ham, egg, beef, lettuce, cheese and tomato. They are very different than a typical American hamburger.
9. Salad: This is one of the salads that we shared on the night of our last dinner. These salads are self-serve where each individual cuts their own portion.
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