Culture 6 min read
Danzón: Cuba's National Dance Born in Matanzas in 1879
The history of Cuban danzón, from Miguel Failde's Las Alturas de Simpson to its influence on mambo and cha-cha-chá.
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Products 6 min read
Cuban Dominoes: History, Rules and Cuba's National Game
Discover Cuban double-nine dominoes, the only domino variant exclusive to Cuba. History, rules, slang, and where to buy your set.
Gastronomy 3 min read
Cuban Shrimp Enchilado: A Creole Heritage from the Caribbean
Recipe and history of Cuban enchilado de camarones, a Creole stew of Haitian origin with tomato sauce, wine, and spices.
Culture 4 min read
Ernesto Lecuona: The Cuban Gershwin Who Conquered the World
Life and legacy of Ernesto Lecuona, Cuba's most prolific composer with over 600 works that defined Latin music worldwide.
Culture 3 min read
Félix González-Torres: Sweet Revenge Arrives in Madrid May 2026
The Reina Sofía Museum presents a major retrospective of the Cuban artist who turned candy and lightbulbs into visual poetry.
Culture 4 min read
Havana Book Fair Postponed: Fuel Crisis Hits Cuban Culture
The 34th Havana International Book Fair, scheduled for Feb 12-22 at La Cabaña fortress, is postponed due to Cuba's deepening fuel crisis.
Culture 3 min read
Fernando Hechavarría Wins Cuba's National Theater Prize After 50 Years
The Holguín-born actor receives Cuba's highest theater honor for a career spanning Teatro Escambray to Teatro El Público.
Culture 4 min read
Havana's Salsa Festival Celebrates Orquesta Revé's 70th Anniversary
The 10th Festival de la Salsa honors a decade of music and 70 years of Elito Revé y su Charangón at Havana's Club 500.
Gastronomy 5 min read
Cuban Flan: The Caramel Custard That Steals the Show at Every Table
Traditional Cuban flan recipe with condensed milk and caramel. History, tips, and step-by-step guide to this iconic Cuban dessert.