4 Meals in Havana

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The "Cuban Sandwich" as we (Americans) know it, was actually perfected in Florida, probably Tampa/Ybor City. Like many dishes, the origins aren't 100% clear, but the basic Ham and Cheese sandwich that is common all over Cuba was "dolled up" to create todays "Cuban Sandwich." The best one I've ever had was at a shop in Fort Lauderdale.
The best Ham and Cheese sandwich I've had in Cuba came from a food cart sitting in front of Cafeteria Sofia at Avenida 23 and Calle O. The size of a slider made with ham sliced from the hock, "cheese", relish, watery Cuban Ketchup and soft Cuban bread. Locals where paying 5 CUP for them, I was happy to pay 1 CUC for 3 on several occasions. Much smaller and very different than the sandwiches served at the Nacional, but I think that's a good thing. 

Yes! I love this cart. There’s also another little sandwich joint across the street from the Nacional. I usually grab the cheap eats there and go for sundown drinks and cigars at the hotel.


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On 8/13/2019 at 10:00 PM, El Presidente said:

 

Santy / San Cristobal / Cocinero /Otramanera

 

Santy and Otramanera are always on the list for me when I go. 

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I always enjoy Café Laurent.