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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Hatuey: the Taíno Chief Who Became Cuba's First National Hero
The story of Hatuey, the Taíno cacique who resisted Spanish conquest and was burned alive in 1512. Cuba's first national hero.
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Cuban Chocolate and Baracoa Cacao: The Caribbean's Best-Kept Secret
Discover Baracoa cacao, the heart of Cuban chocolate. History, international brands, and the new Baracocoa venture reviving Cuba's chocolate industry.
Products 4 min read
Baracoa Chocolate: Cuba's Best-Kept Sweet Secret
Baracoa produces 75% of Cuban cacao. Discover the history, farms, and delicious chorote of this Caribbean chocolate capital.