5 Best Places to Shop in Argentina

Pâtés, cheeses, smoked fish, and wild game are among the viands on offer at this gourmet delicatessen.

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.

Wines, jams, and homemade goodies (such as chocolate-covered figs, raisins, and dried apricots from the region) are all sold at Ketobac.

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.

An olive oil factory that offers tastings, Yancanelo also sells local olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and other regional foods.