What to do this week in Buenos Aires

December 11 marks Argentina’s National Tango Day, and Nika Club Omakase is celebrating in its own way: on Friday the 12th, it presents “Uma & Cruz, Tango Piano Bar,” an intimate show led by the bold young artist UMA.

It’s the perfect occasion to enjoy the gastronomic experience of this Japanese cuisine standout —fully gluten-free— which has been in the city for two years now. Add to that a concert featuring Argentine classics and international hits reimagined through tango. With Uma’s sensual voice and Cruz on piano, the night promises a unique journey through the iconic moods of tango-bolero.

Good to know: You can book your table through this link.

Where: Nicaragua 5952.

This Tuesday, as part of the Visagë Series at the Ricardo Rojas Cultural Center, Sol Bassa performs alongside Gonzalo Gamallo, Nicolás Silva on bass, Santiago Moe García, and special guest Juan Ravioli, at the Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo Auditorium.

Sol Bassa blends rock, blues, folk and pop, standing out for her guitar improvisation, urban poetry and natural vocal presence. With four Gardel Award nominations and six independently released albums, Sol’s trajectory speaks for itself —and she’s set to deliver an unforgettable show at the Rojas.

Good to know: The event runs from 8:30 to 10pm and tickets are $5,000. You can book yours through this link or buy it at the box office on the day of the show.

Where: Av. Corrientes 2038, Centro Cultural Rojas.

From Tuesday the 9th to Saturday the 13th, Teatro San Martín’s Leopoldo Lugones Cinema hosts “Discovering Yuzo Kawashima.”

The Embassy of Japan in Argentina invites audiences to rediscover the work of Yuzo Kawashima, a key filmmaker of postwar Japanese cinema, with five restored films sent directly from Tokyo. Check the full schedule at this link. Throughout his career, Kawashima directed 51 films, writing or co-writing a third of them.

Good to know: Tickets cost $7,000, or $4,000 for students and seniors. They are sold exclusively in person at the theater’s box office.

Where: Av. Corrientes 1530, Leopoldo Lugones Cinema, Teatro San Martín.

This Thursday marks the first edition of Feliz Palermo – Pre Navidad, a celebration of Argentine design featuring the brands that make up the Palermo Viejo Designers Collective.

From 6 to 9pm, brands like Monoblock, Ábaco, Maria Cher, Blessed, Cosi Mi Piace and many more will join a festive walk filled with exclusive launches, art installations, meet & greets with designers, live music, raffles, cocktails and extra surprises. Three hours to wander around Palermo and dive into its creative energy.

Good to know: The event will take place rain or shine.

Where: Participating shops in Palermo Viejo/Soho.

This Thursday, Curva Ortúzar welcomes Zuleika Esnal, who will be reading excerpts from her latest book, Amelia y la Eternidad.

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It promises to be an outstanding cultural event, with Zuleika joined by acclaimed folklore guitarist and composer Juan Falú, singer Maru Taqui and musician Zoe Mojoli. A night to enjoy good music, literature and delicious food.

Good to know: The event starts at 7pm.

Where: Caldas 1596, Villa Ortúzar.

The Casa de la Cultura is now hosting the exhibition “80 Years of the UN, a World Through Quino,” organized by the Buenos Aires Ministry of Culture, United Nations Argentina and the family of Joaquín Salvador Lavado Tejón —better known as Quino.

For the exhibition, children and young people from Buenos Aires were invited to imagine the future through sensitivity, humor and hope, inspired by Mafalda’s critical spirit and Quino’s work. The tour also includes historical pieces that connect Quino’s legacy with the values promoted by the United Nations.

Good to know: Open until December 12, from 9am to 7pm. Free admission.

Where: Av. de Mayo 575, Casa de la Cultura.

Buenos Aires’ wave of new openings continues. This Friday it’s the turn of Grasa, introducing a new way to enjoy burgers in Villa Crespo.

With a minimalist, specialty-driven concept, Grasa is the first porteño burger bar. The idea: eat a simple burger in a warm, stylish space, paired with good wines and a restaurant-style experience —but in a burger joint. You can also try triple-cooked fries, fresh salads and soft-serve ice cream.

Good to know: The menu features only three types of burgers: two fixed and one rotating special, all cooked on the griddle.

Where: Acevedo 986, Villa Crespo.

And since no week is complete without a pop-up, this Friday Barragán Cantina hosts Sol Negro Tacos and Malena.

Sol Negro Tacos will offer a traditional Guatemalan menu: cured chernia tostada, shrimp tapado, beef tongue taco and corn empanada filled with cheese and loroco blossom. Malena takes over the cocktail list with Flor de Oro, Magroni and Para Velorio Tropical. Yup, it’s going to be amazing.

Good to know: You can go with or without a reservation. If you’d like to reserve, use this link.

Where: Rosetti 177, Chacarita.

Already in full Christmas mode? Then you can’t miss Unicenter’s celebration featuring Ralf’s Factory, the Wishing Machine, falling snow and a giant Christmas Tree with a light-up tunnel.

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In Ralf’s Factory, kids can build their own plush reindeer, choose the wrapping and bow, and walk through the Wishing Machine —where they insert a wish into a sphere that travels along a conveyor belt to Ralf, who then returns a wish for them. To wrap up, they can snap a photo with a giant Ralf under the snow.

And of course, there’s the Santa Greeting, where kids can write him a note and take a photo.

Good to know: Activities run throughout December. Both Ralf’s Factory and the Santa Greeting cost $10,000 each.

Where: Paraná 3745, Plaza del Sol, Unicenter Shopping, Martínez.

With locations in San Telmo, Palermo and Retiro, Saigón Noodle Bar brings a menu inspired by classic Vietnamese street food, with a wide variety of options.

You can taste Vietnam’s most iconic street dishes at any of its branches, all set in a modern, vibrant atmosphere. Favorites include Bo Luc Lac, Pho Bo and the Ca Phe Trung dessert, paired with signature drinks or craft beer. Without a doubt, one of the best places to experience Vietnam’s culinary culture.

Good to know: Open for lunch, dinner and take away.

Where: Bolívar 986, San Telmo; Marcelo T. de Alvear 818, Retiro; Soler 4388, Palermo.