How it Started

Like most good stories, this one starts on eBay. After a lifetime and career in Georgia, I was missing the big open skies of the West, where I had grown up. I stumbled upon a farm in San Rafael, Argentina. It was idyllic: abundant water, vast vistas, ancient olive trees. Upon arrival, the farm had already been sold...

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The grandkids still adore Oslo...

The grandkids still adore Oslo...

Barry Morgan

Argentina is a peaceful country, with very little violent crime to speak of, and murders are rare. At least where I am in San Rafael.Things are relatively inexpensive, especially meat...

The grandkids still adore Oslo...

Barry Morgan

Argentina is a peaceful country, with very little violent crime to speak of, and murders are rare. At least where I am in San Rafael.Things are relatively inexpensive, especially meat...

Recipe: Grilled Open Chorizos

Recipe: Grilled Open Chorizos

Barry Morgan

Today, we're going to make a tasty recipe from Nico, our tourism manager (who is also a great cook): grilled open chorizos.We’ll need four chorizos, in this case, 100% pork,...

Recipe: Grilled Open Chorizos

Barry Morgan

Today, we're going to make a tasty recipe from Nico, our tourism manager (who is also a great cook): grilled open chorizos.We’ll need four chorizos, in this case, 100% pork,...

Chimichurri.

Chimichurri.

Barry Morgan

Something you grow to crave. RECIPE BELOW. A vibrant mix of fresh parsley, garlic, vinegar, oregano, and a touch of red pepper, all blended with olive oil (the oil here is...

Chimichurri.

Barry Morgan

Something you grow to crave. RECIPE BELOW. A vibrant mix of fresh parsley, garlic, vinegar, oregano, and a touch of red pepper, all blended with olive oil (the oil here is...

Argentine culture cracks me up

Argentine culture cracks me up

Barry Morgan

So I'm looking for a pool for lap swimming. *Search for pools. I find different athletic clubs around town. The one nearest me - Club de Pescadores (fishing club). Hmm....

Argentine culture cracks me up

Barry Morgan

So I'm looking for a pool for lap swimming. *Search for pools. I find different athletic clubs around town. The one nearest me - Club de Pescadores (fishing club). Hmm....

You Never Brought the Dogs to the Circus? (Part 3/3)

You Never Brought the Dogs to the Circus? (Part...

Barry Morgan

So, we set the plan in motion. A fistful of ham got the dogs into the van, but then came the hard part. Those dogs were going to obliterate the...

You Never Brought the Dogs to the Circus? (Part...

Barry Morgan

So, we set the plan in motion. A fistful of ham got the dogs into the van, but then came the hard part. Those dogs were going to obliterate the...

Our 2019 Malbec Reserve

Our 2019 Malbec Reserve

Barry Morgan

I am delighted to share with you the story behind our 2019 Malbec Reserva, crafted in the heart of San Rafael, Mendoza—a region known for producing exceptional wines. The 2019...

Our 2019 Malbec Reserve

Barry Morgan

I am delighted to share with you the story behind our 2019 Malbec Reserva, crafted in the heart of San Rafael, Mendoza—a region known for producing exceptional wines. The 2019...