Most people think they know Argentinian BBQ. Then they learn the method.

At Secrets of Asado, you get a hands-on grilling lesson in a family home near Palermo, with premium wine and classic cuts served family-style. I especially like that you make your own chimichurri and taste it right after, and I love the focus on how the cook works with fire. One practical consideration: transport isn’t included, so you’ll want to plan how you’ll get to Olleros 3243.

The evening runs like a real dinner, not a lecture. You’ll meet the grill team, see the patio grill burning, and help prepare the meat if you want to. The result is a relaxed, food-first night where you understand the culture through what’s on the plate and how it gets there.

Key things that make Secrets of Asado worth your time

• A family-home patio BBQ near Palermo, with an open grill fire as the centerpiece
• Hands-on cooking moments (from prepping to making chimichurri)
• Premium Argentinian wines with both white and red pairings
• A full menu of classics, including choripan, provoleta, morcilla, short ribs, and sirloin
• Cultural context through cooking, including the influence of immigration on preparation

Why an Asado class at a family patio beats another steak dinner

If you’re going to spend money on meat in Buenos Aires, you want more than a plate. This experience is built around the how: fire, timing, cuts, and the sauces that make the whole thing make sense.

What I like most is that it feels local. You’re not stuck in a formal dining room. You’re in a home’s patio where the grill is already working, and that changes the whole vibe from first bite to last sip.

The other big win is education that actually lands. You learn the BBQ logic and then you eat immediately. That’s how it sticks—chimichurri doesn’t stay theoretical once you make it with your own hands.

Getting to Olleros 3243 and what 3 hours feels like

The meeting point is Olleros 3243, and the event is set up as a short, focused evening: 3 hours. That timeframe matters. It’s long enough to learn a couple of key skills and taste a full menu, but not so long that you lose your appetite or attention.

Transport is not included, so your biggest “prep” is getting yourself there and back. If you’re staying in Palermo or nearby neighborhoods, it’s typically manageable. If you’re farther away, plan the route early so you don’t turn dinner into a late-night logistics problem.

Also note the simple rule: open-toed shoes aren’t allowed. Closed shoes make sense here, since you’ll be near a grill and active cooking.

The welcome spread: wine first, then cheese and BBQ basics

The night starts with a welcome at Olleros 3243 and a calm ramp-up toward the grill. Before the main grilling frenzy, you’ll get things moving with a local white wine pairing and a first tasting.

One of the early included items is provoleta—that gooey, grilled cheese Argentina loves. It’s a smart start because it warms up your palate and gets you in the mindset of grill-driven flavors.

You’ll also hear how Argentinian meat prep connects to broader history, including the influence of immigration on how people grill and season. It’s not just trivia. It gives you a reason to pay attention to technique instead of only chasing flavor.

Cooking with the grillmaster: Sasha, plus the “you can help” energy

The star behind the fire is Sasha, the grillmaster. He’s also credited with working in The Bachelorette and local steakhouses, so he brings both performance confidence and real kitchen experience.

What makes his teaching practical is that it’s structured like a friendly workshop. If you want to help, you can. You’ll learn the steps, then you can pitch in—so you’re not just watching.

At one point, you’ll wash your hands and join the prep. That small ritual is more than hygiene. It makes the evening feel like you’ve been folded into the process, not booked into a show.

If you speak Spanish, Portuguese, or English, you’re in good shape. Instruction is offered in all three, so you can follow along without guessing.

Chimichurri time: the sauce lesson that controls the flavor

If you do only one thing in an Argentinian BBQ experience, make it this: you’ll prepare and taste chimichurri. This is the classic sauce for an asado, and it’s one of the fastest ways to understand the country’s flavor logic.

You’ll learn the “mysterious ways” of chimichurri—meaning it’s more than chopped herbs and oil. The timing, balance, and how it matches the meat all matter. After you make it, you’ll eat while you can still remember your own version, which makes the tasting feel like feedback instead of guessing.

And yes, there’s a vegetarian-friendly part of the meal too. You’ll prepare a vegetarian option on the grill plan, so you’re not left watching only meat go by.

The menu: choripan, morcilla, short ribs, sirloin, and wine pairings

Once the meat is on the grill, the meal turns into a true tasting lineup. You get multiple included items built around classic Argentine cuts and grilling staples.

Here’s what’s on the table:

• Choripan (a chorizo sandwich that Argentinians will absolutely defend)
• Morcilla (blood sausage)
• Tira de Asado (short ribs)
• Bife de Chorizo (sirloin)
• Chimichurri to tie it all together
• Premium Argentinian wines, including white and red

The pairing rhythm is part of the value. You’re not drinking wine randomly. You’re tasting it alongside the meat as the flavors develop.

Also, the tasting isn’t limited to one cut. You’ll be sampling several traditional types, which helps you understand why the same grilling method can land differently depending on cut and fat content. That’s where the “culture through food” angle turns real.

The cultural story you actually remember

Asado in Argentina isn’t just grilling. It’s community, routine, and identity. This experience ties that theme to the cooking process through what you learn at the grill and what you hear while the menu builds.

You’ll get explanations about why certain preparation choices lead to better results. The idea is simple: the better the meat and the better the technique, the better the outcome. It’s hard to ignore that message when you’re tasting as the story is unfolding.

That storytelling style also shows up in the atmosphere. The night is set up to feel family-like and intimate, which is why people tend to leave with both full stomachs and an easier way to talk about Argentinian BBQ.

Dessert on the way out: dulce de leche and coffee or tea

Don’t rush this part. The dessert is the gentle landing after the meat tour, and it’s built around a home-style recipe.

You’ll have carrot and orange cake with dulce de leche, described as homemade and made by the host’s mother. It’s paired with coffee or tea, and you can also have more wine if that’s your thing.

It’s a smart ending for two reasons. First, dulce de leche gives you a sweet reset after salty, smoky grilled flavors. Second, it reinforces how this is a family dinner format—not just a “meat class.”

What the experience gives you beyond dinner

A good food tour teaches you one or two repeatable skills. This one aims for that with chimichurri and the logic behind grilling different cuts.

And you’ll leave with a gift souvenir meant to help you reproduce the experience later. Even if you don’t rebuild the exact same grill setup at home, the key flavors and steps you learn are portable.

If you like cooking, you’ll probably feel like you gained more than a meal. If you don’t cook much, you’ll still appreciate the method—because it turns into a better understanding of why the food tastes the way it does.

Price and value: is $100 per person a fair deal?

At $100 per person for a 3-hour dinner-and-class format, you’re paying for a lot of moving parts: hands-on preparation, wine pairings (white and red), a full menu that includes multiple cuts plus morcilla and provoleta, and a homemade dessert with dulce de leche.

The value equation is strongest if you want more than tasting. If you’re the type who likes to understand what’s happening while you eat, this is a good match. You’re also not just paying for meat; you’re paying for instruction and a setting that feels like a real home dinner.

If you only want a simple steakhouse meal and don’t care about chimichurri or technique, you might feel the cost is higher than you need. But for most people doing a short list of “food must-dos” in Buenos Aires, this hits the sweet spot.

Who should book, and who might skip

This is best for you if you:

• Want a real asado lesson tied to what you eat
• Like wine pairings with dinner, not just casual drinking
• Enjoy hands-on activities and learning by doing
• Prefer a smaller, more intimate home setting

You might skip it if:

• You don’t want to plan your own commute to Olleros 3243
• You’re uncomfortable with tasting items like morcilla (blood sausage)
• You’re short on time and just want a quick sit-down meal

Should you book Secrets of Asado?

Yes, if you want to leave Buenos Aires with something you can repeat—especially chimichurri and the core logic of asado grilling. It’s a concentrated, food-first evening with premium wine pairings and a full classic menu, set in a home atmosphere rather than a formal dining room.

If you’re willing to handle the logistics of getting there and you’re open to tasting a range of Argentine BBQ staples, this is one of the more satisfying meat-focused experiences in the city area. Book it when you want an authentic dinner you can talk about later.

FAQ

FAQ

Where does Secrets of Asado meet?

The starting location is Olleros 3243.

How long is the experience?

It lasts 3 hours.

How much does it cost?

The price is $100 per person.

What’s included in the meal?

Included items are provoleta, choripan, morcilla, chimichurri, tira de asado (short ribs), bife de chorizo (sirloin), carrot and orange cake with dulce de leche, and Colombian coffee or tea.

Do you get wine?

Yes. You’ll enjoy premium Argentinian wines, including both white and red.

Is there a vegetarian option?

Yes. A vegetarian option is prepared so everyone can join an Argentinian asado.

What languages are available?

The instructor speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Are open-toed shoes allowed?

No. Open-toed shoes are not allowed.

Is transportation included?

No. Transportation to and from the house is not included.

Is it wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible.

Can I cancel?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.