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( 4772-2145;
www.hermanosestebecorena.com
;
El Salvador 5960; 11am-8pm Mon-Sat)
The
Estebecorena brothers apply their highly creative skills toward smartly designed tops,
jackets that fold into bags, polo-collar work shirts and even supremely comfortable,
nearly seamless underwear. The focus is on original, highly stylish, very functional
men's clothing that makes the artsy types swoon. Selection is limited, but what's there
really counts.
Lo de Joaquin Alberdi
FOOD, WINE
( 4832-5329;
www.lodejoaquinalberdi.com
;
Jorge Luis Borges 1772; 11am-9:30pm Mon-Sat,
noon-9:30pm Sun)
Nationally produced wines for every taste and budget line the racks and
cellar of this attractive wine shop. Tastings happen Thursday and Friday at 7:30pm
(double-check ahead of time) and include four wines and some cheeses; the cost is
AR$100.
Sugar & Spice
FOOD, WINE
( 4777-5423;
www.sugarandspice.com.ar
;
Guatemala 5419; 10am-7pm Mon-Fri, 9am-1pm
Sat)
Nibble the exotic (for Argentina, at least) creations of Frank Almeida, a long-time
American expat. Herb cookies, almond biscotti, hazelnut panettone and peanut-butter
brownies soothe homesick taste buds, and daily baked bagels, muffins and scones are
also available.
