Gastronomy 5 min read
Congrí Oriental: Cuba's Red Beans and Rice from the East
Discover congrí oriental, eastern Cuba's iconic red beans and rice dish, its Haitian roots, how it differs from moros y cristianos, and the traditional recipe.
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Tourism 5 min read
Santiago de Cuba: Birthplace of Son, Revolution and Caribbean
Complete guide to Santiago de Cuba: what to see, where to go, and how to experience Cuba's most Caribbean city. History, music, and beaches.
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.
Culture 4 min read
The Cuban Bolero: The Music of Love Born in Santiago de Cuba
Discover the history of the Cuban bolero, from Pepe Sánchez to Olga Guillot. How this romantic genre conquered Latin America.
Culture 5 min read
Carnival of Santiago de Cuba: The Caribbean's Oldest Street Party
History, traditions, and magic of the Santiago de Cuba Carnival — from colonial mamarrachos to the congas that shake the streets every July.
Gastronomy 5 min read
The Daiquiri: Story of the Cocktail Born in Cuba's Iron Mines
Discover the history of the Daiquiri, the Cuban cocktail Hemingway loved. From Santiago's mines to El Floridita in Havana.
Products 4 min read
Prú Oriental: Cuba's Ancient Fermented Drink from Haitian Roots
Discover prú oriental, a 200-year-old artisanal fermented drink made from roots and herbs in eastern Cuba's Santiago and Granma provinces.
Culture 4 min read
Carnival of Santiago de Cuba: The Caribbean's Greatest Celebration
Discover the history and traditions of Santiago de Cuba's Carnival, a 300+ year celebration blending African and Spanish heritage in vibrant festivities.
Culture 4 min read
Pepe Sánchez Festival 2026: Cuban Trova Returns to Santiago
Cuba's oldest trova festival celebrates its 61st edition from February 26 to March 1 in Santiago de Cuba.
Culture 4 min read
Pepe Sánchez: The Santiago Tailor Who Invented the Cuban Bolero
Meet José Pepe Sánchez, the trovador from Santiago who created the bolero and founded Cuban trova without ever reading music.
Products 4 min read
Prú Oriental: Cuba's Most Refreshing Fermented Drink
Discover Prú Oriental, a traditional Cuban fermented beverage made with roots and herbs. History, recipe and ingredients of this Eastern Cuban treasure.
Products 6 min read
Cuban Rum: Complete Guide to Brands, History, and How to Enjoy It
Discover the world of Cuban rum: from Havana Club to Santiago de Cuba. History, legendary brands, aging types, and secrets to tasting it like an expert.
News 2 min read
Cuba Records Second Magnitude 5 Earthquake in Three Days Near Santiago
A 5.0 magnitude tremor shook eastern Cuba, two days after a 5.6 quake in Guantánamo that damaged homes