Today we're talking about some Argentine culture shocks! Some of these are things that we first noticed when travelling in Argentina, and others are cultural differences we've noticed now living in Argentina. Late dining hours, siesta time, drinking 'yerba mate' all day long - these are just a few of the things that we've been getting used to that are part of every day life in Argentina.We hope you enjoy this video, and feel free to share some of your own culture shocks in the comments!
10 ARGENTINE CULTURE SHOCKS 🧉😲 | These Cultural Differences Surprised Us Living in Argentina! 🇦🇷
Argentina Culture Shocks and Cultural Differences:
01:30 - Late dining
03:08 - Obsession with drinking 'mate'
07:26 - Ease of making friends
10:31 - Spontaneity
12:20 - How you announce your arrival
15:22 - Siesta time and afternoon schedules
17:20 - The ever-present bidet
22:01 - Lightning and electronics
23:53 - Punctuality and time
25:19 - Voice messages
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🇨🇦 Canada vs. 🇦🇷 Argentina: 10 Cultural Differences You’ll Notice
We spent years in Canada and now live in Argentina—here are the biggest culture shocks we’ve experienced so far, in the order they came up!
1. Ridiculously Late Meal Times
Dinner often doesn’t start until 8 PM, with peak seating at 9–9:30 PM.
Lunch can be as late as 2–3 PM (in Canada, we eat at 12 PM and dinner at 5–6 PM!).
2. Mate Obsession
Argentines sip mate (a bitter green-tea) all day from a shared gourd (mate) and metal straw (bombilla).
You’ll see “mate kits” with thermos, leaves, gourd & straw; it’s a social equalizer.
3. Effortless Friendships
Strangers welcome you like family, invite you over for asados, picnics and fútbol in days—no cliques here!
4. Spontaneous Invitations
Last-minute asado or river picnic? You’ll get a WhatsApp ping minutes before and jump right in.
We always keep wine on hand so we’re never empty-handed.
5. Clapping at the Gate
In the countryside, neighbours clap to announce themselves (no doorbell required). Clap, step back, and wait to be invited in!
6. Siesta Time
Many shops close from 1–4 PM for a nap—banks often only open 9 AM–1 PM. Plan your errands in the morning!
7. Mandatory Bidet
Every bathroom has a bidet. Adjustable hot/cold spray for a proper cleanse—once you try it, you’ll never go back!
8. Unplug Everything During Storms
At the first crack of thunder, people rush to unplug modems and chargers—lightning can fry electronics here!
9. Punctuality Is Flexible
Time is fluid: a “7 PM” start might mean 7:15–7:30 PM. Learn to go with the flow and leave your watch behind.
10. WhatsApp Audio Notes
Instead of texting, most locals send voice messages—it’s faster, more personal, and totally normal.
👍 Did we miss any? Drop your own cultural shocks in the comments below!
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✨ Discover the quirks that make Argentina unforgettable! 🇦🇷 From Canadian eyes, we unpack 10 cultural shocks that will have you saying “¡Claro!” in no time:
🍽️ Dinner at 9 PM?! Late lunches & dinner = siesta time!
☕️ Mate Obsession: Argentina’s “social green tea” shared via gourd & bombilla ever ywhere.
❤️ Instant friends: Strangers become family over an asado.
🔊 Last-minute invites: “You’re free? Come now!”
👏 Gate-claps: No doorbell? Just clap—locals know.
😴 Fireside naps: Towns shut at 1–4 PM.
🚿 Bidet love: Every bathroom has one—yes, truly!
⛈️ Unplug or fry: Electrify storms will zap your gadgets.
⌚️ Time’s fluid: Punctuality? Optional.
🎧 WhatsApp audio: Text? Nah—you’ll send voice notes all day.
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