Do you know what Varvaquinoa is? A creole variety of the highland cereal adapted to Patagonia, which can turn out very delicious.

Published Dec 16, 2025

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"In the northern highlands of Neuquén, a true agricultural treasure has been cultivated for almost a century: the Quinoa Criolla, known by local communities as Kinwa or Quinua. This variety, cultivated in Varvarco by the grandparents of today's farmers, has been passed down through generations, preserving its unique qualities and its deep roots in the productive and cultural identity of the region," notes an introductory text in a recipe book. Last month, a recipe book called "Quinoa" was presented in Varvarco, a locality in the province of Neuquén, made with local and regional contributions. Its value and particular characteristics add to the appeal of the well-known chivito from the northern Neuquén region, emblematic for its designation of origin. "The Varvarquinoa, as we call it in homage to its land of origin, is produced in an agroecological way, respecting the natural balance of the environment. Its conditioning is done by a scarifying machine that peels the seed without ...

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