Culture 5 min read
Cuban Santería: The Orishas and Syncretism That Define Cuba
Discover Cuban Santería, the Afro-Cuban religion blending Yoruba traditions with Catholicism. Orishas, rituals, and cultural influence.
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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.
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.
Gastronomy 3 min read
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.