Are the Rolling Stones performing a concert in Uruguay?

Yes they have finally confirmed!  The Rolling Stones are performing a concert in Montevideo on 16 February 2016.  You can follow them and get updates via the Facebook page.  Mark your calendars :)

Where can you buy beans for a bean bag in Montevideo?

It seemed to me that all 'bean' bags in Uruguay were actually filled with foam chips so I went on a mission to find actual beans to fill my bags. After much searching I managed to find bags of beans at a shop called Paganini Rossi, address: Colonia 2223 (not too far from Tres Cruces Mall area). 350pesos for a large bag (1kg worth). However, I made the bean bags myself because to find those is much harder - unless you like plastic/vinyl covered bags which seem to be able to be bought in Uruguay (but are not very comfortable to sit on).  It took me two 1kg bags of beans to fill each of my bean bags.

Does anyone need stickers from Devoto?

I have 3 full books of the stickers from Devoto for their current crockery promotion.  I won't be using them so if anyone needs them please let me know.

Where is Oceania del Polonio?

I just returned from a weekend away in Oceania del Polonio in the Rocha area.  It is the beach area before Cabo Polonio, but unlike Cabo, Oceania has electricity and running water.  There are a few houses scattered around Oceania but it is pretty rural - just sandy/dirt roads leading to each house and no street lights.  We booked a nice little 2 bedroom house on Airbnb.com and there are a few to chose from on that site.  Use this link if you are new to Airbnb and want a $25 credit:  www.airbnb.com/c/aswale?s=8

So if you are looking for a nice rural getaway on the beach I would recommend this quiet spot.  Just remember to take all your food/drinks/necessities with you and enjoy!

Where are there gymnastics clubs in Montevideo?

Centro de Gimnasia Artistica
8 de octubre and Herrera
Facebook
cgauruguay@gmail.com
Florencia 099 295 589 
Luciana 099 180 884
Open: Mon-Fri 5-9pm

Escuela de Desarrollo Gimnástico

Liceo 15 gym on Costa Rica and Couture

Facebook

edgimnastico@gmail.com

Florencia 099 698 992

Also Lawn Tennis Club, Malvin Club and Club Nautico all have gymnastics, but you have to be a member of the club.

When is the next production at The British Schools?

Tickets went on sale today for the latest British Schools production...get in quick, it is only on for 1 week and tickets are selling fast!

Where can you take classes in glass fusing, ceramics and mosaic?

You can take classes in glass fusing, ceramics and/or mosaic (all 3 or just choose one) at Taller de Montevideo.  They speak basic English if you need assistance but it is not a problem to learn any of these arts without speaking Spanish.  They also speak French.

Classes in Glass fusing, ceramics or mosaic are: 

Monday 15 to 16.45

or 

Wednesday 9.45 to 11.30

or 

Tuesday  9.45 to 11.30

Contact:

Rosina or Pablo

Taller de Montevideo

Luis de la Torre 670

http://tallermontevideo.blogspot.com/tallermontevideoarte@gmail.com

2711 6558 or 099 474 438

How is the shopping in the Barrio Judio (Jewish Area) of Montevideo?

I finally made it to the Barrio Judio for some discount shopping the other day.  I started at the corner of Justicia and Amezaga streets and wandered in different directions.  In particular I can highly recommend the Casino shop for lots of homewares, toys, tools, nic nacs and more.  Also, the ABC Home store was great for lovely homewares and gifts.  And lastly in the Indian Emporium store not only do they sell lots of great shoes and clothes at awesome sale prices but they also offer a great selection of fabrics.  I will be returning to this great shopping area again for sure :)

Market this weekend...

Market this weekend at Avenida Italia 6201 (where it crosses Bolonia):

Where can you buy butter in bulk?

Anyone else surprised by the tiny little packets of butter sold in Uruguay?...  If you are a baker like me, or just like butter, you have to buy multiple small 200gram packets of butter for around 45-55 pesos per packet!  However, if you shop at your local street market vendors you can buy great fresh butter for $150 per kilo!  I picked this butter up from the Sunday market held on Jamaica Street (where it crosses Arocena):

When is Expo Prado 2015?

Expo Prado is on again this year from 9-20 September.  An event not to be missed, whether for adults or kids - it is a great day out!  You can even stay into the evening and have dinner at one of the many awesome restaurants within the expo.  Last year we enjoyed wandering around the expo and looking at all the animals as well as sitting and watching some of the horse events in the main arena.   I will be heading back this year with my family :)

Expo Prado website

Expo Prado Facebook