We are Marcela, Tomás and Joel, three huge Mate fans! Marcela is the co-founder of Mate & Co., an Argentine Mate Brand that blends yerba with 100% natural herbs, fruits, flowers and spices. Tomás and Joel are mate specialists. Together we have given many classes and tasting experiences to tourists and locals. We are eager to share our expertise about this local tradition with you and give you a genuine taste of Argentina!
Larger groups pay less per person.
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Small Group Tasting to Become a Mate Expert in Buenos Aires lasts about 1h 30min.
Prices start at $26 per person for this Buenos Aires experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 11:00 AM, 4:00 PM, and 5:00 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is The workshop will take place at PACHAMAMA (Benjamín Matienzo 1559), located in Cañitas: one of the nicest and most calm parts of Palermo, Buenos Aires. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 14 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 37 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Become a Mate Expert.
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This is a wonderful look into a very important part of Argentinian culture that many people do not know anything about. You will learn where mate drinking began and all of rhe customs surrounding it. Most importantly you will learn how to make your own cup of mate and try several varieties. Our guide, Tomás was outstanding! This is a must do when visiting Buenos Aires.
The experience was very kind, and I learned a lot.
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Excellent information on how Mate originated , great to taste the drink and try 3 types, thanks very much
Excellent experience with Thomas. We'll presented with clear information on the history of Mate and how to make and enjoy your own brew. Highly recommended. 15 minute Uber rode out of city center.
Tomy was a great host and very kind and the whole group and us enjoyed the experience. Very informative.
Tommy is amazing! He is sweet, funny, interesting, good story teller. I loved the ability to try different mates. I highly recommend
Great experience, a lot of fun with Tomi who is very knowledgeable about Mate and Mate culture. Was able to try many different flavours. Definitely recommend
Fun day learning about mate. Tomas was very knowledgeable and spoke English which was great for my family to learn about their heritage.
It was a great experience and Tomi is a real expert for mate and its tradition. Definitely can recommend this event for tourists and locals who are keen to learn more about mate.
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