Chef RaulFood was never a problem on this plentiful island of Cuba until Castro made food sources sparse and the quality …
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Pastelito de Guayaba con Café
A cafecito goes well with a pastelito, like the famous pastel de guayaba. Its origins are unknown, but one version …
Café Cubabo or Cortadito
A Cuban staple, and perhaps, addiction, is coffee. also a Cortadito (1/2 Coffee 1/2 Milk) can feel very strong if …
Water Bath (Baño de Maria)
The term “Baño de Maria” which literally translates to Maria’s bath , originated in old Alexandria where a woman named …
Chinese influence in Cuban Food
China’s influence was significant as they were the first to bring in rice. It wasn’t until the Indian and Chinese …
The Game of Dominoes
The game of dominoes is one of the pastimes that best identifies the nature of Cubans. It covers every inch …