Asado

Food & Fellowship

At first I thought asado was just Uruguay’s high quality grilled beef, however, it consists of a variety of meats, including chicken, pork, and sausage. Asado is also more than just cooking. It is a social gathering of family and friends, meant to bring people together.

I had two opportunities to partake in Uruguayan asado. The first was a gathering (18 June 2025) of the Salto group, administrators from Liceo San Antonio, and the owner of the Casa Ambrosini Hotel. The second was a final dinner (24 June 2025) for the entire Uruguay cohort. The asado experience reminded me of how fortunate I am to partake of well-crafted, quality food and to be a part of this cultural tradition of community building, sharing conversations, stories, and laughs with educators from around the world.

The asador at Casa Ambrosini tending to the meat on the parrilla.