Fire up the flavours at your own private Uruguayan barbecue

In the historic heart of Montevideo, on a rooftop terrace in Ciudad Vieja, your private party is welcomed to a warm sunset gathering unlike any other. Here, the grill isn’t just for cooking—it’s a stage where Uruguay’s rich culinary traditions unfold.

You’ll be greeted by the inviting aroma of wood smoke and sizzling meats, and the evening begins even before the first bite. As a Mastercard guest, you’ll enjoy early access to witness the magic in its raw form: the asador lighting the fire from scratch, seasoning select cuts, and managing the heat with time-honored skill. With a chilled local drink in hand, you’ll gain insight into centuries-old barbecue techniques that define Uruguayan cuisine—and you’ll come away with a deeper understanding of what makes an asado more than just a meal.

Before the feast, roll up your sleeves for a special moment: learning to craft your own chimichurri, the punchy green sauce bursting with herbs and spice that is the soul of every great asado—now with your personal touch. You’ll also learn how to start the fire like a true asador, and how to grill premium cuts of meat using authentic Uruguayan techniques, directly from a local expert.

Once seated, prepare for an abundant spread: prime cuts, seasonal vegetables roasted to perfection, melted provolone, salads, fresh bread, and homemade chimichurri. Vegetarians will feel just as indulged. Drinks include robust Tannat wine, craft beers, and fresh juices—and dessert is a sampler of Uruguay’s sweetest traditions.

To keep the fire and conversation going, guests will also enjoy a lighthearted “pub-asado-quiz”—a fun way to test your knowledge about Uruguayan food, culture, and the art of the asado itself.

This experience isn’t just a meal—it’s a memory made around the fire, under the glow of the setting sun.

Highlights:

• Private rooftop BBQ hosted at sunset in Ciudad Vieja
• Early welcome drink + exclusive behind-the-scenes prep access
• Learn how to start the fire, cook premium cuts, and make your own chimichurri sauce
• Learn the history, customs and cultural meaning behind the Uruguayan asado
• Feast on prime meats, roasted vegetables, melted provolone, salads & fresh bread
• Vegetarian-friendly spread
• Tannat wine, local beer, fresh juices, and traditional desserts
• Optional wine, whiskey, or beer tasting
• Lighthearted pub-asado-quiz for guests
• Relaxed, personal atmosphere and storytelling from a local asador

What is Priceless?
Watching a centuries-old fire-roasting ritual come to life while sipping local wine—before sharing laughter and flavors around a beautifully set rooftop table at sunset. This isn’t just dinner. It’s a doorway to connection.

Unique for Mastercard Only:

• Create Your Own Chimichurri: Roll up your sleeves and make the sauce that defines South American grilling, with guidance from your host.
• Early Welcome & Fire Prep Access: Arrive early for a refreshing drink and a rare peek at how a true Uruguayan asado begins—from spark to flame.