Many cultures impacted Cuban food. Spain had the most influence, followed by Africa, Italy, China, and Haiti. Cuba took what all these countries offered and developed its own unique dishes. Common Cuban spices include oregano, bay laurel, peppers, coriander, and cumin. Sofrito is a common sauce. Its tomato based, highly seasoned, and is made with a blend of lightly fried vegetables and spices.
Dishes are prepared with the freshest ingredients and while most are relatively simple, they are hearty and delicious (meats are usually so tender, they fall off their bones). A typical meal contains rice and beans, chicken, and/or pork.
The tropical climate produces abundant fruit. Plantains and bananas are plentiful. Plantains, which must be cooked, are common at mealtime, as well. Other fruits include papaya, mango, avocado, pineapple, guava, and coconut.Cuban fruit is very delicious. Usually, once one has a taste, they can never again eat it at home. It's that good.
Beer and rum are popular and Cuban brands are renowned for quality and taste. Cuban coffee is also famous. It's superior to most, rich and bold, with a slight nutty, flavor. Cubans serve only the best and suggest it be enjoyed with Cuba's homemade sugar syrup and warm milk.
Cubans rarely write down recipes. Instead, they pass them down from generation to generation. Such is considered a way to keep family members connected, especially older relatives to younger ones.
Que Bolaa Cuba Travel
Que Bolaa Cuba Travel is a newly formed Cuban private travel agency. Its highly skilled professionals have extensive travel experience and are specifically trained on the latest travel techniques, practices, and procedures. It will show you Cuba in the best, possible manner. In addition to private roundtrips Cuba and top tours excursions, Que Bolaa Cuba Travelalso offers several Cuba Roundtrips and Tours.
Feeling Cuba Roundtrip
The Feeling Cuba Roundtrip is afive day, four night trip through four provinces and five locations declared world heritage by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation). It's a great choice for those who only have a short time to enjoy Cuba and who also want to spend some time in the sun and on the beach. The trip includes:
- A visit to a cigar factory.
- Tour through Havana in an antique car.
- Horseback riding in Vinales.
- A visit to the Zapata Swamp parrot and crocodile hatcheries.
- Lunch at a private restaurant.
Dreaming Cuba
Dreaming Cuba is a nine day, eight night visit to seven provinces. It's perfect way to see Cuba's Occident and Central regions. This tour visits areas declared World Heritage UNESCO, includingVinales Valley, Old Havana, Cienfuegos Historical Center, Trinidad Historical Centerand, the Valley of los Ingenios. Other fun things to do include:
- Snorkeling and swimming in the Caribbean Sea.
- A visit to the Zapata Swamp parrot and crocodile hatcheries.
- A visit to “El Nicho” Natural Park.
- Visits to cigar and rum factories
- A tour through Havana and an Antique Cars show.
- Horseback riding in Vinales.
- Lunch at a private restaurant.
- Dinner and the Buena Vista Social Club concert.
- Dinner at a new restaurant
Discovering Cuba
Discovering Cuba is a fifteen day, fourteen night visit to nine provinces. One would finally have the time to savor the most beautiful, historical, and richest cultural areas. Or, if preferred, the vacationer could just lie on the beach and relax. Or, go horseback riding and snorkeling. There are no rules. The trip includes:
- Horseback riding in Vinales.
- Visits to cigar and rum factories.
- Snorkeling and swimming in the Caribbean Sea.
- A visit to a parrot and crocodile hatchery in Zapata's Swamp.
- A visit to “El Nicho” Natural Park.
- A tour through Havana in an Antique Car.
- Dinner at the Buena Vista Social Club and concert.
- Dinner at a new restaurant
- Lunch at a new, private restaurant.
Que Bolaa Cuba Travel can also arrange private roundtrips, excursion two days Habana (Havana), and top tours excursions.
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