4 ideal places for pistachio lovers

Literally, it’s the pistachio paradise in Buenos Aires. Café Vespress is so passionate about pistachios that they even created a little icon to declare their unconditional love, calling it the “patron of pastry.”

At both of their locations, you can find cannolis, brioche, chocolates, biscottis, and many more options filled with the creamiest pistachio. To celebrate the day, they'll have discounts on more than 20 pistachio-based products and will unveil a new surprise creation, which they hint will be in the form of "bites." You’ll have to go try it!

Where: José Hernández 2688 and Donado 1720.

Barragán, the first Mexican lunch spot in Buenos Aires, joins the celebrations with an exclusive three-milk cake with a unique taste and texture. The cake is filled with pistachio pastry cream, pistachio meringue, and roasted pistachios. Yes, a pistachio triple threat!

In this modern version, the moist sponge of the iconic cake is filled with pistachio pastry cream, covered with an Italian meringue enriched with pistachio paste, and topped with chopped pistachios.

This reinterpretation of the classic Latin American dessert can be enjoyed at their two locations in the neighborhoods of Caballito and Palermo, both with outdoor seating to enjoy.

Where: Cabrera 3697 and Nicasio Oroño 1195.

The exclusive patisserie at Sofitel Buenos Aires, located in the Recoleta neighborhood, offer three sweet options where pistachio is the star.

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At La Patisserie, you can choose between an almond tart with white chocolate and pistachio cream, custard, and lime gel; a croissant made 100% for pistachio lovers with ganache, praline, and candied pistachio; or a cookie with pistachio paste and lemon cream. If you can’t decide, take the chic box that includes all three items!

Where: Posadas 1232.

This elegant bistro led by Julio Figueroa, located in an old former convent in the Devoto neighborhood that has become a gastronomic hub, offers various options to honor pistachios on their special day. Among them are eclairs made with a light pâte à choux dough, elongated in shape, filled with a blend of intense chocolate and subtle pistachio.

You can also delight in homemade lemon cookies with pieces of toasted pistachios, featuring a crunchy crust and moist interior, or two varieties of artisanal alfajores: a fresh and delicate lemon and pistachio one, or the keto-friendly pistachio alfajor with sugar-free dulce de leche, ideal for those looking for a delicious yet healthy alternative.

Where: Pareja 3670.