Frequently asked questions.

Argentum Empanadas are Argentinian empanadas from a brand born in Bondi Beach, Sydney. Delivered frozen and designed to cook straight from the freezer, they're made with high-quality ingredients, no preservatives, and authentic recipes inspired by Pedro's Argentinian family heritage.

Empanadas trace their origins to Spain, with influences from Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines. Over centuries they evolved across Latin America. Argentina made them iconic, developing distinct regional styles, techniques, and fillings now recognised worldwide.

They're rooted in Argentinian tradition but refined for modern Australian life. Our recipes come from Pedro's family background and are crafted to be lighter, balanced, and suitable for everyday eating, without losing their cultural soul.

Australia has one of the world's most diverse food cultures. Like tacos and dumplings before them, empanadas are a natural fit. Portable, versatile, and perfect for Australian lifestyles, from Bondi beach days to corporate lunches in the CBD.

In many ways, yes. Like pies, empanadas are hand-held, comforting, and familiar. But empanadas offer more variety, lighter doughs, and globally inspired fillings. A natural evolution of Australian food culture.

Argentum was founded by Pedro and his partner, inspired by his Argentinian family, his grandmother's cooking, and a belief that empanadas deserve a bigger place in Australia's food culture. Argentum was born in Bondi Beach.

The repulgue is the decorative, crimped fold along the edge of an empanada. It's both functional (sealing the pastry so the filling stays in during cooking) and cultural (in Argentina, different repulgue patterns traditionally identified different fillings). Our Carnivore uses the classic half-moon zig-zag repulgue. Habibi Yalla is open-top Arabian style with no fold at all.

The Carnivore is made with grass-fed beef brisket, onion, garlic, red capsicum, salt and black pepper. Deeply savoury, tender, and built for serious meat lovers. Our bestseller.

The Athlete is made with free-range chicken breast, red capsicum, onion, mozzarella, green olives, curry, and lemon. High in protein, lower in fat, and designed for active lifestyles without compromising on flavour.

The Classic is a triple cheese empanada. Mozzarella, provolone, and parmesan melted together with caramelised onion. Rich, savoury, and impossible not to love. Vegetarian.

Patagonia is our 100% vegan empanada. A grilled mushroom mix with spinach, kale, carrot, potato, garlic, onion, and olive oil, wrapped in our signature green dough. Plant-based, deeply satisfying, and one of our most popular flavours across all dietary preferences.

Habibi Yalla is our Middle Eastern-inspired flavour. Minced beef with onion, tomato, lemon, parsley, and a blend of spices. Open-top Arabian style. Bright, aromatic, and full of character.

Argentum empanadas are delivered frozen by default. Bake at home from frozen at 190°C for 18 to 22 minutes. At Northside Produce Market, empanadas are served baked or fried in beef tallow. Baked boxes and fried service may also be arranged for catering.

Not typically. Habibi Yalla has warm Middle Eastern notes (parsley, lemon, subtle spice warmth). The Athlete has a light, aromatic curry note. Carnivore, Classic and Patagonia are savoury but not spicy. None of our empanadas are chilli-hot. Argentinian food is famously low on heat, our flavours are warm and aromatic rather than fiery.

Frozen empanadas are approximately $4 to $4.50 per empanada depending on variety and pack size. Baked empanadas (ready to serve) are approximately $5 to $5.50 per empanada. Packs of 4 start from $18. Packs of 12 start from $50.

We offer packs of 4 and packs of 12 for individual flavours, plus the following occasion boxes:

• Chef's Box (20 empanadas, frozen, $85). 4 of each flavour. The best way to try the full range. Perfect for dinner for 4 to 6.
• Treat Box (36 empanadas + 2 Franuí chocolate boxes, frozen, $182). 36 empanadas across all five flavours plus two boxes of Franuí chocolate raspberries for dessert. Perfect for 6 to 8 as a meal or 10 to 12 as a snack.
• Party Box (60 empanadas, frozen $279 / baked $319). 12 of each flavour. Ideal for birthdays and gatherings of 15 to 20 people. Chimichurri sauce included with the baked version.
• Corporate Box (100 empanadas, baked, $499). 20 of each flavour, delivered freshly baked. Chimichurri sauce included. Perfect for office lunches and team events for 25 to 35 people.

Large and custom orders are quoted individually. Published box prices are already final. Send us your requirements through the contact form.

Our minimum order is $48. Pickup is available by pre-arrangement in Bondi Beach and Waverley. Delivery eligibility, timing and any higher postcode-specific minimum are shown for your area. Large frozen orders and custom catering are quoted according to the order requirements.

For custom quotes, baking may add $1 per empanada. Published Party Box and Corporate Box prices are already final. Chimichurri is included with the baked Party Box and the Corporate Box only.

Our empanadas are approximately 10 to 12 cm across. One empanada works as an appetiser. Two to three is a light meal. Three to five is a full meal.

Yes. Frozen by design, not by compromise. Freezing preserves freshness, eliminates the need for preservatives, reduces waste, and gives you full flexibility. Cook them straight from the freezer whenever you're ready.

No defrosting required. Cook straight from the freezer.

Brush with egg yolk, oil, or milk before cooking for a deep golden crust. Rest for 5 minutes after cooking. The filling retains significant heat.

Yes. Air frying works exceptionally well and produces a beautifully crispy crust.

Up to 6 months at -18°C in the freezer when stored properly. Once cooked, consume within 2 days and refrigerate.

Yes. Bake in advance and reheat in the oven at 160°C for 8 to 10 minutes, or air fryer at 160°C for 5 to 6 minutes before serving.

Yes. An air fryer at 160°C for 4 to 5 minutes is ideal. An oven at 150°C for 5 to 7 minutes also works perfectly. Microwaves are the only method to avoid.

Yes. We focus on high-quality ingredients, no preservatives, protein-forward fillings, and thoughtful portioning.

No. Freezing is what preserves freshness. No artificial preservatives are used.

No added sugar in savoury empanadas. Any sweetness comes naturally from ingredients like onions or vegetables.

Yes. Protein-forward fillings like The Athlete make them a practical option for active lifestyles and everyday performance nutrition.

Yes. Easy to hold, not messy, and made with familiar wholesome ingredients. Kids love them.

Yes. Patagonia is our 100% vegan empanada. The Classic is vegetarian. Full dietary information is listed on each product page.

For larger catering orders, a halal option can be discussed on request. Patagonia and The Classic are meat-free.

No. Argentum does not currently offer gluten-free empanadas. For custom catering quotes, gluten-free sides, desserts or externally sourced items may be discussed. Our kitchen handles wheat, so we cannot guarantee an environment free from gluten cross-contact.

Yes. Full ingredient lists and allergen information are available on each product page.

All Argentum Empanadas are made in our Bondi Beach kitchen, using carefully selected ingredients and traditional Argentinian techniques.

Yes. Argentum is not a retail store or walk-in venue. Pre-arranged pickup is available in Bondi Beach and Waverley. Select pickup at checkout and we will confirm the collection details.

We deliver across most of Sydney metro for a flat $10 delivery fee. Enter your postcode at checkout to see the exact delivery day and fee for your address.

Close areas (Eastern Suburbs, CBD, Inner West, Manly) are on our delivery route multiple days a week. Wider metro areas are mostly delivered on Wednesdays.

Retail orders are typically same-day or next-day within close areas if ordered early and on that day's route. For larger catering orders, we recommend at least 48 hours notice.

Currently we focus on Sydney metro to maintain quality and reliability.

Chimichurri is included with the baked Party Box and the Corporate Box only. It is not included with frozen boxes.

Yes. Mix and match across all varieties to suit different tastes and dietary needs. The Chef's Box is our curated mix of all five flavours.

Find Argentum at Northside Produce Market in North Sydney on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month. All five core flavours are served baked or fried in beef tallow.

Yes. Argentum is stocked at Wholefoods House Woollahra, Wholefoods House Rosebery, The Health Emporium Bondi, and IGA Local Grocer Dee Why Beach. Availability and flavours may vary by store.

Yes. We cater for corporate lunches, team events, boardroom meetings, and large functions across Sydney. The Corporate Box (100 empanadas, baked, $499) is our most popular corporate option.

As a rough guide:

• Light appetiser: 1 to 2 per person
• Cocktail party or heavy appetiser: 2 to 3 per person
• Main course: 3 to 5 per person

Large frozen orders are available through custom quotes. For baked catering, choose a published box or send us your guest count and event requirements. Lead time depends on order size and service format.

Yes. Weddings, engagement parties, birthday celebrations, and private gatherings.

Patagonia is fully vegan with our signature green dough. The Classic is vegetarian. For larger catering orders, a halal option can be discussed on request. Argentum does not offer gluten-free empanadas. Custom quotes may discuss other gluten-free items, subject to wheat and gluten cross-contact limitations.

Yes. We offer salads and sides as add-ons for catering orders.

With your hands. Always. Argentinian empanadas are designed to be eaten as finger food. Hold firmly at the repulgue to keep the filling contained. Bite from the opposite end.

Both. In Argentina, empanadas are often served as a shared starter or a light dinner. At a party, 2 to 3 per person is standard as canapés. As a main, 3 to 4 with a salad is a complete meal.

The Classic is the safest choice for kids. Three cheeses and caramelised onion, nothing spicy, familiar flavours. The Athlete (free-range chicken with mozzarella) is also popular with older kids.