2 Best Places to Shop in The Northwest, Argentina

Just next to the plaza, Calchaquitos sells cookies (buy alfajores to take home as souvenirs) and chocolates, local jams such as cayote squash, wine, and clothes.

For a time-warp trip, just step into this authentic food store. La Última Pulpería, which has changed little since opening in 1923, is an Aladdin's Cave selling loose herbs and spices, animal hides, and fresh produce. If you can pry owner Miguel Dioli away from his regular Salta-brand beer-drinking customers at the makeshift bar, he's good for a chat in Spanish.