History 5 min read
The Seven First Villas of Cuba: the Origin of a Nation
Between 1511 and 1515, Diego Velázquez founded seven villas that shaped Cuba. Discover the history of Baracoa, Bayamo, Trinidad and more.
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Gastronomy 5 min read
Cuban Sofrito: The Best-Kept Secret of Creole Cooking
Learn what Cuban sofrito is, its history, essential ingredients, and how to make it to transform any Cuban dish.
Products 5 min read
Cuban Tropical Fruit Wines: From Pineapple to Mango in a Glass
Discover Cuba's artisanal fruit wines made from guava, pineapple, mango and more. History, wineries, and the rise of Cuban micro-enterprises.
Tourism 4 min read
Camagüey: a guide to getting lost in Cuba's most beautiful maze
Discover Camagüey, Cuba's labyrinth city. A guide to its plazas, churches, tinajones, casas particulares, and tips for your visit.
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Cuba and Spain Foreign Ministers Meet in Madrid Amid Crisis
Bruno Rodríguez and José Manuel Albares discuss Cuba's situation in Madrid after diplomatic tour of China and Vietnam.
Gastronomy 4 min read
Cuban Carne con Papas: The Humble Stew That Fed an Entire Island
Traditional Cuban beef and potato stew recipe. History, Nitza Villapol's classic version, and secrets to perfect carne con papas every time.
Tourism 4 min read
Zapata Swamp: Guide to the Caribbean's Largest Wetland
Explore Cuba's Zapata Swamp — the Caribbean's largest wetland. Diving, birdwatching, Cuban crocodiles, and ecotourism in Matanzas province.
History 4 min read
Cimarrones and Palenques: Slave Resistance in Cuba
The history of Cuban maroons who escaped slavery and built free communities called palenques in the mountains, forging a legacy of resistance.
Gastronomy 5 min read
Coppelia: Cuba's Cathedral of Ice Cream Serving 35,000 Daily
The story of Coppelia, Cuba's most iconic ice cream parlor founded in 1966. Its futuristic architecture, tropical flavors, and cultural legacy.