Buenos Aires Mate & Paint Experience

What happens when you combine an Argentine tradition with art? You get the Mate & Paint Experience — an intimate, hands-on afternoon in Buenos Aires where culture, flavor, and creativity come together. Mate is far more than a drink here; it’s a daily ritual, a symbol of friendship, and a window into the Argentine way of life. In a cozy atelier just off the corner of Salta and Independencia, your host walks you through that world in a relaxed, welcoming setting where there’s no pressure to «get it right» — whether you’ve never held a paintbrush or never tasted mate before.

It’s the kind of experience that turns a souvenir into something personal: instead of buying a mate cup, you decorate your own and carry home a piece of Argentina made by your own hands. Perfect for curious travelers, couples, and small groups who want an authentic, creative alternative to the usual tourist trail, it’s a warm and memorable way to slow down and connect with local culture, one brushstroke and one sip at a time.

1. Step 1

   Discover Mate & Its Traditions

   • Settle in and learn about mate, the Argentine infusion: why it is drunk, what it means, and a few things no guidebook says.
2. Step 2

   Taste Mate Like a Local

   • Try mate for the first time (or perfect your technique) and learn how to prepare your own infusion. Coffee, tea, and mate cocido are also available as alternatives.
3. Step 3

   Argentine Pastry Tasting

   • Sample some of Buenos Aires most traditional baked goods, including a variety of facturas and biscochitos de grasa.
4. Step 4

   Design Your Mate

   • Choose a design from the options provided or create your own, however you like it.
5. Step 5

   Paint Your Mate Cup

   • Bring your design to life with acrylics, guided step by step by your host. No painting experience needed — anyone can do it!
6. Step 6

   Take Home Your Masterpiece

   • Leave with the mate cup you painted.