Culture 4 min read
Screen Cuba 2026: Cuban Cinema Conquers London This March
Screen Cuba festival brings ICAIC classics to London March 15-28. Lucía, The Twelve Chairs, and more Cuban masterpieces on screen.
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Products 4 min read
Cuban Yarey Hat: Traditional Palm Leaf Artisan Craftsmanship
Discover the sombrero de yarey, an iconic Cuban craft hand-woven from palm leaves. History, techniques, and where to buy.
Culture 4 min read
Teatro Sauto: The Architectural Jewel of Matanzas, Cuba
Discover Teatro Sauto, a National Monument and pride of Matanzas since 1863. Diego Rivera said: 'I recognize Matanzas by the Sauto.'
Culture 3 min read
TITOVERSE: Cuba Launches Its First Animated Superhero Series
ICAIC debuts TITOVERSE: Genesis, Cuba's first animated superhero series aiming to capture global audiences with Cuban identity.
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Cuban Tostones: The Perfect Recipe for Crispy Plantain Bliss
Learn to make authentic Cuban tostones with this traditional recipe. Twice-fried green plantains, crispy outside, tender inside.
Gastronomy 4 min read
Cuban Tostones: The Art of Twice-Fried Green Plantains
Learn to make perfect tostones, the crispy side dish that defines the Cuban table. History, technique, and secrets.
Gastronomy 4 min read
Tostones and Maduros: The Fried Plantains of Cuban Cuisine
Discover the history and recipes of crispy tostones and caramelized maduros, the essential sides of any traditional Cuban table.
Culture 5 min read
The Cuban Tres: The Instrument That Forged the Soul of Son
From Baracoa to world stages: the history of the Cuban tres and Pancho Amat, the master bringing its sound across Europe in 2026.
Gastronomy 5 min read
Cuban Vaca Frita: The Art of Turning Beef into Crispy Gold
Discover the history and recipe of vaca frita, the Cuban dish where shredded beef is fried until crispy and golden with garlic and lime.