Cuban Coffee is known for its strong, sweet taste. It is traditionally made by mixing in sugar with the finely ground dark roasted coffee before the brewing begins and is served espresso style.
As the New York Times notes, “artists occupy an unusual and privileged place in Cuba, where they can … push the boundaries of political critique further than many …”
For the last few years, the paladares of Cuba have been trying to save the country from its stereotype of mediocre to bad food. La California, located in Central Havana, is doing its part by reintroducing the island to quality Italian dishes, especially their pizza.
There has never been a more exciting time for sport fans to visit Cuba than now. The countdown has begun for the Havana Marathon in November, and runners are not the only ones counting the days.
Cubans say the best mojitos in Havana are to be found at Hotel Nacional de Cuba. Selling for 4.5 CUC, a prohibitive price for any local Cuban, they are also the most expensive. One sleepless night in Havana, I went to check for myself.
