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Restaurant Porteño Torre Virreyes

Name: Restaurant Porteño Torre Virreyes
Address: Pedregal 24, Lomas - Virreyes, Molino del Rey, Miguel Hidalgo, 11040 Ciudad de México, CDMX, México, Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico City, MX
Telephone: +525575839911
Price range: $$

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Porteño Tower Virreyes Restaurant Porteño can be anyone who lives in Buenos Aires, but also anyone who has been part of its history.Porteño was born in the 70s and is in his early 40s. He is the grandson of Italian and Spanish immigrants and he embraced the best of each culture, blending it with the Argentine interpretation of European immigrant culture. He was born in the neighborhood of Almagro, accustomed to the large Sunday tables where a crowded table of uncles, cousins, siblings, and friends enjoyed the glorious Sunday barbecues prepared by his grandfather. His grandfather was a master of the grill. The grill was always filled with the great Argentine cuts such as the tira de asado, the tenderloin, and the skirt steak. It was always accompanied by chorizos, morcillas, chinchulines, riñoncitos, and mollejas, all bathed in homemade creole sauce and chimichurri. On rainy Sundays, it was customary for his grandmother, Vicenta, who had fled from the war in Genoa, Italy, to make large quantities of fresh pasta with abundant pomodoro sauce, basil, meatballs, and fresh parmesan cheese. His other grandmother, Teresa, the Spaniard, always received him with a large potato tortilla, with onions of course, and she claimed she used 8 eggs and just the right amount of salt. No one could ever be sure if the recipe was exact because she always made it secretly so no one could steal the recipe. The memory of the soda siphon mixed with wine, cooled with ice in the summer, was as indelible in Porteño's life as soccer, which had a leading role. His family was divided between River and Boca, which he was very passionate about, especially during the intense discussions about soccer and politics during the long after-dinner conversations where agreement was never reached. 80s television marked his life with great personalities of the time such as Olmedo and Porcel, Carlitos Bala, or Tato Bores. His biggest idol was Diego, he saw Argentina become champion in Mexico 86 and he still remembers it as if it were yesterday. His grandfather Renato took him to see Carlos Monzón when he won the championship belt at the Luna Park in an epic fight that he will never forget. He remembers seeing his father on Saturday afternoons in his favorite armchair reading Cortázar, and his face lights up when he remembers Les Luthiers at one of the theaters on the famous Corrientes Avenue with his parents. Today, our Porteño is a man of the world, who has traveled enough. He enjoys Sunday barbecues as much as he did as a child, and also loves good pasta on rainy days, but now he makes the pasta himself and makes sure that the meat comes from free-grazing cows. He no longer drinks wine with soda and ice, but instead travels to Mendoza whenever he can to fully indulge in one of his great passions: Mendoza wine. He still has his complete collection of Mafalda and he hasn't forgotten about Clemente. Soccer, theater, music, family, and friends continue to be his greatest passions. Porteño is a gourmet, lover of good food, barbecue, fine wine, family, and friends, but he can also be anyone who is part of our new history. Porteño will immerse you in a unique atmosphere that evokes the passion and spirit of Buenos Aires, while delighting your taste buds with the most emblematic dishes of Argentine cuisine with one of the most renowned chefs in Latin America in an authentic Buenos Aires-style bodegón. THE BEST ARGENTINE RESTAURANT IN MEXICO At Porteño, each dish tells a story of passion and tradition, taking you straight to the streets of Buenos Aires. Our menu is a fusion of flavors that pays tribute to the rich culinary heritage of Argentina, where each bite is a sensory experience that connects you with the authentic essence of the Rio de la Plata. From juicy meat cuts to traditional Buenos Aires dishes, each dish is a tribute to a passion for good food. Porteño is the result of the union of two exceptional forces: Tomás Kalika, chef and co-founder of Mishiguene restaurants in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Grupo Anderson’s, the undisputed leader in the Mexican restaurant industry. Our concept transcends borders, taking you straight to the streets of Buenos Aires with each exquisite dish. Tomás Kalika has been awarded the Best Chef in Latin America with the Chefs' Choice Award at the 2019 Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants, while his restaurant Mishiguene has been continuously recognized and awarded since 2018, placing it among the top 50 on the continent and showcasing his vision of Argentine cuisine on a global level. In Porteño, this vision comes to life, combining the essence of Porteña cuisine with his exceptional creativity. However, the story of Porteño would not be complete without the contribution of Grupo Anderson’s, the soul behind some of the most iconic restaurants in Mexico and the undisputed leader in the industry. Their commitment to excellence, innovation, and quality is reflected in every corner of Porteño. Together, Tomás Kalika and Grupo Anderson’s have created a place where tradition and avant-garde come together in perfect harmony. Get ready for a gastronomic experience that transcends boundaries and celebrates the authenticity of Argentine culture in each delicate dish in a unique Buenos Aires-style bodegón that will completely change the concept of an Argentine restaurant in Mexico.