Pairing Empanadas correctly — a note on Quilmes lager

Most people overlook how much the right drink changes Empanadas. I ordered it with Quilmes lager and the richly caramelised elements of the dish sharpened considerably against the pairing. beef asado cuts in particular became more prominent in a good way.

the asado is an Argentinian social institution as much as a cooking technique. The a family quincho barbecue area is where you learn these pairings — they evolved together. If you've been having Empanadas with the wrong drink, try it correctly once. It's a genuinely different experience. The restaurant deserves credit for getting this right.