If there is one piece of advice I could give those who are thinking about coming to Chile, this would be it: your high school Spanish ain’t gonna cut it. It’s not just the excessive use of chilenismos (Chilean slang), or the way Chileans tend to drop the “s” and “d” sound whenever possible, or […]
Top 10 Must-Do Things to Celebrate Chile’s Birthday
Chile’s Fiestas Patrias are upon us. These are the annual celebrations of all things Chilean. For the entire week around September 18th, Chileans across the country party and celebrate their country. There are many traditional activities that happen during the Fiestas Patrias. Perhaps you have some favorites. Here are my top ten favorite things to […]
Farming In Chile
Because of its mountainous terrain, only about 3 percent of Chile is suitable for farming. Chile has a unique climate, however, and the fact that its major growing seasons are the exact opposite of most principal consumer markets means that Chile has been able to sustain a small yet thriving agricultural trade. This makes the […]
Bistec a lo Pobre – Chilean Poor Man’s Steak
Many Chilean food dishes combine several delicious ingredients at once. The classic bistec a lo pobre, which roughly translates as “poor man’s steak,” simply piles on the tasty ingredients. While the bistec a lo pobre isn’t uniquely Chilean, it is a very popular dish in Chile. You’ll find similar dishes throughout South America. Ingredients To […]
Educational Opportunities In Chile For Foreign Students
Studying in a foreign country is the dream of many students. Some simply want to experience life in another country and culture, others want to embrace a new and different educational opportunity, and still others want to experience a new adventure or make new friends while earning an education. In the last 10 years, Chile […]
