The Anglo Argentine Society

The Anglo-Argentine Society was present at the National Day celebration.
Current chairwoman Fátima Nollén-Reardon, Hon Treasurer Tony Robinson, committee member Sergio Budkin met former chairs, Judith Cherni, John Wilson and other members.
Ambassador Mariana Plaza honoured us with a special mention of our work in the UK.

25 de Mayo(May 25) Is the most important national date in Argentina .
It commemorates what is known as May Revolution (1810), when the First Patriotic Government was formed, beginning the process which culminated with the country’s Independence six years later (July 9).

Viva la patria!

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Gracias/Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Gran Asado last Sunday and made it such a special day.
We’ve heard from so many people since the event telling us how much they enjoyed it.

It truly was a fantastic celebration, and that was all thanks to everyone who came along and brought such an amazing atmosphere.

We were delighted to welcome Ambassador Mariana Plaza and the diplomatic staff from the Embassy and Consulate of Argentina.

A huge thank to those who helped make the event happen, including our sponsors: Travel with , , FC, and all the who worked so hard on the day and before the event. You were the ⭐️⭐️

Thank you to all our fundraising prize donors for their generosity and support. The figures are looking very positive so far!

And to our fantastic stall holders and providers who joined us: Soliman Travel with Air Europa, Chango Empanadas, , , , , .world, , and .
Of course, thank you to the entertainers who kept the day lively and fun: , DJ .uk, , Olivers & Band and our own MC Adolfo Tuñon.
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Behind the scenes, thank you to the committee for their hard work, and our team in accounts, website, selling platforms and newsletters, and transport .

🎶 The Anglo-Argentine Society’s music group met at the Argentine Ambassador’s Residence for their third rehearsal.

The group was set up by Committee Member Christian Fernández Perotti with the aim of bringing together AAS members with a shared love for British and Argentine music of various genres.

We were delighted by the talent we found within our community! This rehearsal was attended by Alan Murray (on guitar), Lucas Sánchez (on accordion), Zhanna Macmillen (on piano), Florica Girgoras (on violin) and Christian Fernández Perrotti.

🙏 A huge thank you to the Embassy of Argentina 🇦🇷 for hosting the workshop at the Ambassador’s beautiful Residence: the perfect place for musical inspiration.

🙋 Are you an AAS member who is interested in joining? Contact us!

🏃‍♀️ 🎉 We are cheering on Maria who will be running the AJBell 10k in Manchester to fundraise for the Anglo-Argentine Society.

🔗 Link in our bio to donate. Any donations would be greatly appreciated and will help the AAS to continue its charitable work of championing the friendship and cultural ties between the UK 🇬🇧 and Argentina 🇦🇷.

🔥 🇦🇷 What to expect at the Gran Asado Argentino 🇦🇷 🔥

Experience a full day of Argentine food and culture in London - all included in your ticket! 🎟️

Get ready for…

🔥 Traditional Argentine asado cooked on open fire by our master asador Bernardo from and his team - included with your ticket 🎟️. Come hungry 🤤!

🎤 Live Argentine music by and her band, with an exclusive show combining tango, folklore and cumbia.

🎶 DJ .uk will get us on our feet with all the Argentine and British classics.

🐵 Kids’ entertainment - Maria from will take care of the fun for the little ones, giving parents a stress-free day!

💃 Experience a breathtaking live tango show by .

🃏 Truco tournament proudly organised by . Sign up via the link in our bio to play one of Argentina’s most beloved card games.

🛍️ Stalls selling all of your favourite Argentine artisan goodies from , , , , , .world and .

🎟️ Plus, don’t forget to enter our fundraising raffle for a chance to win incredible prizes including an original Argentina football shirt ⚽️, fine wines, and dinner vouchers.

The is proudly brought to you in partnership with , and with support from the Argentine Embassy in the UK .

Featuring , , , , , .world , and .

✈️ WE’VE GOT SOMETHING BIG.

We’re thrilled to announce that thanks to our partners and , we’re raffling off two return economy class flights from London Gatwick to Buenos Aires Ezeiza.

That’s a trip worth over £2,000!

Your entry? £5.

You read that right. Five pounds. Argentina and back. For two people.

Tickets are limited, and once they’re gone - they’re gone.

🎟️ Grab yours via the link in our bio.

All proceeds help to continue the work of the Anglo-Argentine Society and give back to our chosen charities in Argentina, and .

Ts&Cs apply, for more info click the link in our bio to see full flight details and conditions.

Our book club in Spanish, Leyendo Argentina, coordinated by Alicia Alborja and Paula Fiorini, will discuss Ariana Harwicz’s “Perder el juicio” on Tuesday April 21, on zoom.

This year Leyendo Argentina is making 10 years reading Argentine contemporary literature with near 100 books read.

Thank you Alicia & Paula for your enthusiasm and all the participants for your passion.

You are welcome to join the AAS and enjoy this experiences which reconnect us with Argentina.
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🔥 🇦🇷 Discover London’s most authentic Argentine Asado

📆 17 May 2026
📍 Wasps FC Rugby Club, London
🎟️ Tickets selling fast - link in our bio!

🤤 Expect a traditional open-fire asado with choripán, morcilla and cordero cooked by guest chef Bernardo Neville from Chango Empanadas and our amazing volunteer team of asadores.

Alongside the food, enjoy a full day of Argentine culture including:

🎶 Live music & DJ SRG Media and Event Management with all the Argentine classics
💃 Tango show with Kim & David Benitez
🕺 A fun chacarera dance for everyone
🎁 Fundraising raffle
🛍️ Argentine market stalls

The is proudly delivered in partnership with Wasps FC , Chango Empanadas , and TANGO INTERIORS with support from the Argentine Embassy in the UK Embassy of Argentina in the United Kingdom 🇦🇷 .

Featuring yerba_spirit , Bacanas , Kim & David Benitez , Casa Argentina , AccesoriosArgentinos , Camperos , and Aurea Nucis .