Ropa Vieja of Cuba

“As familiar as Americans are with the politics and music of Cuba, many have some big misconceptions about the food of the island nation.

Many think that Cuban food is like Mexican or Central American cooking, full of corn tortillas, hot chiles and cilantro. Not at all, says Jackie Cid, chef-owner of Havana Jax Cafe.

“It’s a Caribbean country. The primary staple is rice,” she says. “People tend to stereotype the food. It’s not spicy, but it is very flavorful.”"

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