December is approaching and many Argentine households are already planning dinner purchases. Christmas. The cut Fish It represents an ideal option for those looking for high quality beef without spending on the most expensive cuts. Know where buy and at the right moment it is possible to achieve one save significant on the Christmas table.
How much does the fish cost today?
A report from Center for Argentine Political Economy (CEPA), with data from October 2025 suggests that cattle cutting increased by 3.3% compared to September and a Increase compared to the previous year by 61.8%.
In November 2025, the total beef share increased by more than 15% Rcompared to the previous month due to lower agricultural supply and export pressure. One of the cuts that increased the most in this analysis was the Peceto (+66.5% compared to the previous year).
In this regard, some stores quote prices “per kilo” for cuts of beef. For example, A medium reports that it is “a kilo of fish”. $20,000 in the run-up to the holidays.
Where can you buy meat for Christmas?
- 1. Wholesale markets/neighborhood fairs
He Central Marketl remains the lowest price reference. Ideal if you go early, bring a fridge or freezer and can use all the goods. Buying there can mean significant savings compared to butcher shops or supermarket counters.
- 2. Neighborhood butcher shops, especially in peripheral or less central areas
Supermarkets or butcher chains often pass on the price increase to the customer. On the other hand, neighborhood butcher shops or in popular areas may have cheaper prices, especially if you buy in bulk.
- 3. Butcher shops that offer bank discounts or special promotions
Funding will be an important instrument until 2025 DNI account (from Banco Provincia), which will again offer discounts in butcher shops in December. It is expected that the Saturday December 20th There is one 35% refund with a limit of $7,000 per person.
Strategies for saving money and making your money work for you
Buy large pieces and divide them up at home
If you buy a whole breast or buttocks, you’ll pay less per kilo than if you buy in portions – and you can cut them for milanesas, mechados, oven-roasted, etc. This will make more if you freeze some.
Combine purchases with app/bank discounts
Promotions like DNI Account can reduce the final price by up to 35-40%, which makes a huge difference when making a large purchase.
Compare several stores before you decide
A cheap cut at a neighborhood store may be much more expensive at a chain supermarket. It is always a good idea to check prices in two or three butcher shops.
Buy in advance and freeze what you won’t use right away.
If you plan ahead, Take advantage of monthly offers – even if you don’t cook right away, frozen meat is enough for several Christmas or summer dishes.
Consider alternative cuts or mix it with other proteins
If the breastplate is still expensive at the time of purchase, less popular cuts (such as Shoulder, buttocks, stew meat) can serve. Also Fish, chicken or pork (if the price is cheap) can help balance the budget.
Why choose Peceto this holiday season?
The Peceto has several advantages: It is a lean cut with good performance, ideal for Milanesas, Vitel Toné or Christmas roasts; It can also be prepared well in the oven or pot.
In an inflationary December, planning Shopping for Christmas and if you choose moderate cuts like the Peceto you can achieve this save without giving up the meat on the table.
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