Originally Posted by
Gaucho100K
Isnt this the norm... I mean, not just in Argentina. Or am I missing something and in places like Europe, quality stuff is dirt cheap and/or given away....?
Thanks for clarifying.
Twenty years ago the quality of most Argentine produced products from beef to biscuits £ for £ or peso for peso was far superior to what is available today.....I've noticed it, my Argentine wife has noticed it as well as most locals I know. I'm in no doubt there is still quality to be had but it's not as widely available as it once was and you to pay a large premium for it.
One example, are you familair with the CARDON brand Alex...the clothing and accessory shops? The quality of their products has dropped dramatically over the years but they still insist on selling them at inflated prices. Similar products to CARDON can be had in Europe for half the price!! There are many other examples.
I should say Argentine produced wine remains the exception in all of this.