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MEMBER MARKETPLACE

The Member Marketplace helps promote the many goods and services provided.by our own indomitable BAIN DOWNTOWN members. To be added to the listing, please contact judykba@yahoo.com .

NOTE: Listings on the Member Marketplace are subject to the discretion of the Board and are for informational purposes only; BAIN DOWNTOWN is not responsible for any actions and/or outcomes in regard to these offerings.

 

 

BUENOS AIRES INSIGHTS/INFORMATION

Samuel Warde – GOOD MORNING BUENOS AIRES

GMBA is a site serving the needs of the International and Expatriate Communities of Buenos Aires, Argentina. There is local news, an online forum, a services directory with free listings, a list of local bloggers and much much more.

 

Website:  http://goodmorningba.com/

Lea Levy - CONNECT-123: Internship & Volunteer Placements

International students and graduates are linked with local organizations in Buenos Aires (and Cape Town) to provide free, skilled resources for concrete projects (which we often help define) while students gain real-world work experience. Services are free to local organizations: businesses, financial firms, non-profits, schools, research institutes, and health care clinics etc. Screened applicants work as unpaid volunteers for 2 to 6 months, and we provide logistical requirements prior to and during their stay. To date, we've worked with students from over 280 universities and expect more than 350 international students in 2010.

For more information:
Website: www.connect-123.com
Email: lea@connect-123.com

Maya May -- SPANGLISH

SpanglishExchange, described as "Wildly Popular" by Time Out Buenos Aires, is recommended as a great place to network and practice language skills. We pair English speakers with Spanish speakers for a series of 10 minute bilingual conversations.

RSVP for events at: www.SpanglishExchange.com

Need classes? SpanglishCool is now open! Week-long courses and hour-long clasecitas cover the needs of long-term visitors such as: relocation issues, property renovation, business set-up, culture shock and more. SpanglishCool is a unique way to not only learn Spanish and about Argentine culture, but also how to thrive and network as a BA expat.

Find full course descriptions on our website: www.SpanglishCool.com

Al Adams -- RADIO SHOW HOST
Al now hosts a weekly talk and music show -- in English -- on Saturday mornings at 9:00 am.
 
The show airs on Urbana at 89.5 FM. Appropriately for the hour in BsAs, it is called "Rise and Shine".  The show generally features a broad array of guests and themes, as broad as you can get in Buenos Aires, which is pretty broad, wouldn't you say?!
 
We are told that it is the only show of its kind on the air here. Scheduled guests so far include Argentine jazz stars, wine experts and foreign ambassadors. Hope you tune in.
 
For more information or program suggestions, please contact Al Adams at:

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BEAUTY CARE

Mara Niang -- AWA SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

I am the authorized dealer in Argentina for a wonderful line of skin care products made in the USA. Awa Skin Care 3-Step Renewal System is an organic pure and 100% natural skin care line that cleans and nourishes your skin from the inside out in three steps:

  • Step 1: Trust: Organic Face and Body Crème Soap

  • Step 2: Feel: Facial Rejuvenator - toner and scalp stimulator

  • Step 3: Acceptance: Antioxidant -Skin Renewal Moisturizer Cream

Visit www.awaskincare.com  to learn the importance of choosing organic and natural for you and your family.


For more product information/pricing, contact Mara Niang at:
15-3674-5030 or maraniang@hotmail.com

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CULINARY ARTS

Frank Almeida - SUGAR & SPICE

Located at: Guatemala 5415 (corner with Juan B. Justo in Palermo Hollywood)
Sugar & Spice is offering authentic home-baked style treats which can now be found in select gourmet and specialty food stores throughout the country.

 

Our goodies include: Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies, Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, Pasion for Chocolate Cookies, Chocolate Fudge Brownies, Almond Biscotti, Nocciola Cantucci (chocolate & hazelnut), Chocolate Cantucci (chocolate & walnuts), Almond Raisin Cantucci, Pound Cakes, and Stollen.

 

The list of stores where you can purchase our products is located on the DTNC website. Please contact us to inquire about our prices, to place orders, or to give us any suggestions. 4777-5423 / www.sugarandspice.com.ar 

Juhi Manwani - FINE INDIAN CATERING

Enjoy exotic Indian cuisine in your own home! Full range, from appetizers and cocktails, to simple meals, to more elaborate dinners. Various menus to suit your taste; may be tailored to your needs. All you have to do is heat and serve.

 

Simple instructions for reheating/cooking and serving, offered in English and Spanish. Advance notice (at least 2 weeks) and payment required. Suggested menus and prices available upon request. Or make your own menu from a list of suggested items. Customer will need to arrange for pickup of the meal.

 

For more information, please contact, Juhi Manwani at

Tel: 4327-4240

Cell: 15-6846-6116,

E-mail: juhimanwani72@yahoo.com

 

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FASHION & FURNISHINGS

Juhi Manwani - CLOTHING AND FASHION ACCESSORIES FROM THE FAR EAST

Juhi brings shawls/pashminas, sarees, tunics, dresses, skirts and silk fabrics from her home country India, as well as, jewelry and bags from India and Indonesia.

 

For a private or group showing in your home or business, or hers, please contact Juhi Manwani Tel: 4327-4240, Cell: 15-6846-6116, E-mail: juhimanwani72@yahoo.com

Isabel de la Torre – ART/ANTIQUES EXPERT & FINE JEWELRY DESIGNER

As an art and antiques consultant and dealer for over 20 years, I advise clients regarding purchase/sale of art and antiques, organize estate sales, and appraise fine/decorative art and furniture.

I also design contemporary one-of-a-kind jewelry, mostly very modern and elegant necklaces handmade with semi-precious stones (amethysts, aquamarines, coral, tigers eye, lapis, and other) as well as cultured pearls and special hand-carved pieces of jade and cinnabar, with clasps of gold or silver.

Highly sought-after by clients in Argentina and abroad (US, Australia, New Zealand and France), I sell my necklaces and earrings from my home in Recoleta.

To contact Isabel de la Torre for private appointment:
Tel: 4807-5650
Email: isabeldlt@yahoo.com

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LEGAL SERVICES

Robert Urban - WIENER•SOTO•CAPARROS

Wiener•Soto•Capparos is a full service Argentine law firm staffed with both US and Argentine attorneys It is positioned to attend to the legal needs of foreign individuals living in Argentina.

Areas of expertise include finance, investments, tax, Central Bank regulations, real-estate, employment law and local residency (DNIs).

For more information: www.wsclegal.com 
Contact Robert Urban at rurban@wsclegal.com

 

MEDIA SERVICES

Samuel Warde - WYNN WOODS SOLUTIONS

Wynn Woods Solutions (WWS) is owned by BAIN DOWNTOWN Webmaster, Samuel Warde.  WWS is a full service media company offering a wide range of services to include:  Website and Graphic Design ● Creative and Technical Writing ● Online Research ● Content Development Proofreading & Rewriting Services for non-native English Writers eBook Development & Design Spanish to English Translations ● Online Marketing and Advertising ● Event Management
 

Wynn Woods Solutions offers great rates, fast turnaround, custom services and BAIN members can enjoy a discount.

 

Email:  samuel@wynnswoods.com

Home/Office: (+5411) 4771-7101
Cell: 155 740 9267
USA: (925) 215-1124

Website:  http://wynnswoods.com/default.htm

Howard Maurer -- PERFECT PITCH – EDITING/REWRITING

Will transform English written by non-native speakers into polished, professional prose. Reports, articles and agreements (American-trained attorney on staff).  Will also work wonders for native-English speakers who want to improve their written materials.

 

Call Howard Maurer at 4811-7696 or email me at: perfpitch@yahoo.com

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MENTAL HEALTH

Lic. Perla Fischman - PSYCOTHERAPIST (Bilingual / Bicultural)

I work with individuals, couples and family therapy to include both adolescents and adults.  Licentiate in Psychology, University of Buenos Aires #9258, Masters in Counseling Psychology, National University CA USA, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist California #44823, Held private practice at the San Diego Family Institute. 

 

Areas of Specialty:  Migration – Acculturation – Trauma – Separation – Gender - Grief
Office Located in Palermo. 

 

You can call me at: 153-669-8555or send a note to my e-mail: pbransburg@hotmail.com

Lic. Andrea Zuchowicki - BILINGUAL PSYCHOLOGIST MN 11.448

Adults, couples & family therapy. Post graduate studies in Argentina, US, Canada, Italy

Contact me at andyzucho@yahoo.com.ar
or 15-6-255-4068

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REAL ESTATE

Adriana Vela – Let's Talk Multiple Listings

Let's Talk Multiple Listings is a company that has been selling properties to International investors since 2005. We speak fluent English and Spanish and can find your dream property, as we know the market in Buenos Aires very well.

Adriana Vela
(+ 54 9 11) 5410 5852
http://letstalklistings.blogspot.com 
 

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TOURS & TRAVEL

Zelfa Silva - TRAVEL TO ANTARCTICA 

Zelfa has been traveling to Antarctica since 1997 and she promotes fascinating trips to the Antarctic Peninsula on board of ice strengthen vessels departing from Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego during November through the end of February. It’s a lifetime experience to visit the White Continent while you are living in Buenos Aires.

 

For further information, please call Zelfa at 4806-6326 or www.antarcticacruises.com.ar.

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