Healthy Buenos Aires: 10 places that reinvented healthy gastronomy

For healthy living enthusiasts, Flora Almacén is a must-visit. This small, carefully designed shop not only offers quality natural foods but also features a section with design products and a charming flower shop, enhancing the experience.

Notable products include their selection of dried foods with specially prepared mixes, offering a variety of textures and flavors. Their almond milk is particularly appreciated for its quality, and the edible flowers they offer cater to the growing demand in gastronomy, adding color and sophistication to dishes.

Tip: The Little Mix healthy snacks line and the keto Marroc are top highlights.

Where: Dorrego 2082, Palermo.

Healthy gastronomy is no longer just synonymous with veggie options. Today, pasture-raised meat is emerging as a healthy and sustainable alternative for those seeking responsible animal protein consumption.

De Pastura is a brand committed to this philosophy. As producers of certified pasture-fed meat and cage-free eggs, their triple-impact mission aims to benefit animals, the planet, and people. In their new location in Barrio Chino, they also offer cheeses from small producers and natural juices, completing an offering of conscious and high-quality consumption.

Tip: You can customize your burgers, choose your preferred blend, and request them made with your favorite cut.

Where: Montañeses 2226, Belgrano.

A true pioneer in conscious eating, La Esquina de las Flores led the way when the term "sustainability" was practically unknown. This classic is ideal for those seeking a diet based on organic and natural ingredients, offering a wide range of cereals, seeds, and flours, all without preservatives.

They also stand out for their educational approach, constantly offering courses and workshops for those wanting to change their lifestyle but unsure where to start, promoting conscious and healthy eating.

Tip: They have their own yerba brand—try the mild one if you love mate but find regular yerba too strong.

Where: Av. Francisco Beiró 3531, Devoto.

Located in the heart of Colegiales, Mora Organic Market is a small organic market that stands out for its fresh and agroecological produce. Keeping products fresh and of high quality in this type of market is a challenge, but they manage it with careful and consistent selection.

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They also sell bags of seasonal products, and the Mora team shares recipes and usage suggestions to enjoy each fruit and vegetable at its peak.

Tip: They differentiate organic from agroecological products, so you can be sure you're eating pesticide-free.

Where: Freire 1204, Colegiales.

Sabe La Tierra is a traveling market that goes far beyond being a point of sale for healthy products. This project seeks to redefine sustainable entrepreneurship by offering small producers a space to connect with consumers.

With several markets open, Sabe La Tierra continues to grow and incorporate new producers. They are known for their agroecological fruits and vegetables, farm products, natural cosmetics, and sustainable design items.

Tip: Their social media is the best place to check for market updates and locations.

Where: Itinerant (various locations).

A new name in the world of healthy products, Granada Orgánico stands out for its wide variety and commitment to certified organic products. They offer dairy, cheese, and wine, seeking to expand the concept of healthy eating beyond veganism or vegetarianism.

Granada works in direct collaboration with certified farmers. Their cheese selection includes classics like El Abascay, Juan Grande, Siete Cabritos, and Santo Padre. They also offer a wide range of seeds and natural cosmetics.

Tip: They have a catalog of agroecological herbs that you can use however you need.

Where: Delgado 1099, Colegiales.

For those looking to avoid "marketing trends" and connect with a genuine offering, El Galpón is the place. For years, this space in Chacarita has promoted organic and healthy products without prohibitive prices.

Located next to the train station, it offers a simple and cozy space to eat or have coffee. El Galpón supports food sovereignty, giving visibility to small producers and offering everything from vegan products to beef and pork. Prices and product stock are updated on their website.

Tip: The farm chicken you can get here is unique.

Where: Federico Lacroze 4171, Chacarita.

Artemisia is more known as a restaurant than as a store, and this allows for a special "two-in-one" experience: enjoy one of Buenos Aires' best vegetarian kitchens and then explore their cozy product shop.

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The bakery here stands out with boxes perfect for an afternoon snack or breakfast. They also feature a shelf with products for clearing energies, such as the "auric mist," alongside a wide range of natural beauty and body care products.

Tip: You must try the breads. Variety and flavor.

Where: Costa Rica 5893, Palermo.

Amitié arrived at just the right moment in gastronomy, when gluten-free cooking had already penetrated society and expanded its audience beyond those who are required to eat gluten-free.

Cooking without gluten is the way the bakery and pastry industry has found to offer products just as delicious but healthier. Replacing wheat flour with other ingredients is no longer so difficult. Here you can find a sandwich on chipá bread or an avocado toast, paired with specialty coffee. Their product store also includes pies and breads to go, and they guarantee that if you enter dancing, you’ll get a free gift.

Tip: You must try the famous Mar del Plata alfajor, but recreated without gluten. Let us know how it goes.

Where: Honduras 4153, Palermo.

Ending this healthy tour with a pasta place might sound unexpected, but Tita La Vedette deserves it. This project by Mena Duarte offers healthy, plant-based pastas made without preservatives, flavorings, or synthetic colorants, using only semolina and semolín flour. To learn more about their story, check out this article.

Their products can be found at some of the markets listed here or in their own locations in Chacarita and La Paternal. This is a project with growth potential that redefines the concept of eating well: "Healthy means creating a pasta made from semolina, vegetables, and cashews, which is much healthier than a soy schnitzel."

Tip: If the almond ricotta and lemon-pea stuffed pastas with mint sauce are available, don’t hesitate to order them.

Where: Bonpland 850, Chacarita. Paz Soldán 4993, La Paternal.