Three Venezuelan Meals. One article. 120 hours. This was the challenge I gladly accepted from my editor Vivi. The Feria de Gastronomía – Sabores Venezolanos is this Sunday (July 12th) and it only felt appropriate to adequately preface a massive inhaling of arepas. cachapas, pastelitos and other (insert favorite corn thing here) by sharing our (new) favorite spots. Yep, this was all for you guys.
Venezuela is becoming a new gastronomic force in Capital – restaurants big and small, arepas made-to-order and delivered to your door, and small catering companies for your next despedida are popping up all over the place. It makes sense. Last year, Venezuelans held the title of largest influx of [legal] immigrants in Argentina – 10 gaining residency a day to be exact. And they’re bringing their food with them.