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May 28
17m 10s

222. Mate: El origen y la historia

Marta Ruiz Yedinak
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In this episode, Marta explores the origins and history of mate, one of South America’s most beloved drinks. Learn how the Guaraní people first used yerba mate, why the tradition spread across countries like Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay, and how mate became much more than just a drink.

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