Parrilada

A parrillada, as it is known in Spain, is a barbecue and is sometimes referred to as a barbacoa. The word parrillada is actually used in most Spanish-speaking countries; however, you will also hear parrilla and asado.

Asado is much more than a meal BBQ. In Paraguay and the other South American countries known worldwide for the quality of their beef, asado is a culinary cultural event. Asado is where you gather family and friends around the roasted meat. When you attend an asado, you cannot just drop in when the meat is already done, sit, and eat it.

NEVER. You have to arrive at least two hours in advance, so that you can see the raw meat being seasoned, then carefully placed in the parrilla with the chorizos (sausages) while the fire is being lit, and watch as the meal grills slowly to its perfection. In the meantime, you connect with the rest of the guests, usually drinking beers or wine (depending on the season), playing some table games, sports, or just chatting.