Category Archives: Cuba

Preserving Cuba’s cuisine, one pig at a time

Posted on April 10, 2012 by Nicolita

Patrick Oppmann is CNN’s correspondent based in Cuba and a barbecue enthusiast. Cubans may live surrounded by water but the food that incites the most passion and culinary debate does not swim or slither. That honor is reserved for puerco … Continue reading →

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Art Cuba: The New Generation

Posted on April 10, 2012 by Nicolita

I came across a couple interesting books this past weekend at the library about current artist in Cuba. Art Cuba highlighted the New Generation of artist from all over the island using different mediums. Everything from traditional painters and sculptures … Continue reading →

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Roots of Hope’s recap of Pope Benedict XVI’s visit to Cuba

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Nicolita

Open publication – Free publishing – More cuba

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Recap of the Roots of Hope Campus Tour with Nicolita

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Nicolita
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Havana Punch – Ponche Habana Para los Niñoss

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Nicolita Swimwear

Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Total time: 25 minutes Yield: 8-12 servings A delicious tropical fruit punch for the kids. INGREDIENTS: Syrup 1 cup water 1/4 cup honey 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 4 whole cloves … Continue reading →

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Mariquitas y Mariquita Salsa

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Nicolita Swimwear

Mariquitas – Plantain Chips Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Total time: 20 minutes Yield: 4 servings Some of the best plantain chips are prepared fresh and served hot at walk-up windows and cafes. Make them fresh at … Continue reading →

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Sweet Guava Chicken – Pollo de Guayaba Dulce

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Nicolita Swimwear

Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 40 minutes Total time: 50 minutes Yield: 4 servings A sweet, guava-glazed chicken recipe for the grill. INGREDIENTS: juice of 2 medium limes 1/4 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt … Continue reading →

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Frita Cubana – The Original Cuban Hamburger

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Nicolita Swimwear

Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Total time: 25 minutes Yield: 6-8 generous patties Enjoy this authentic Cuban recipe for the ultimate Cuban hamburger. INGREDIENTS: Burgers: 1 pound ground beef 3/4 pound ground pork 4 cloves garlic, mashed … Continue reading →

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Yuca Con Mojo

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Nicolita Swimwear

Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 35 minutes Total time: 50 minutes Yield: 8-12 servings Yuca is another one of the root vegetables that are staples in Cuba. It’s a mainstay dish at parties and at holiday gatherings such as … Continue reading →

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Cuban Sandwich Dip

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Nicolita Swimwear

Directions: 1. Heat 3 tablespoons butter with about half a small onion. 2. Cook a while then add 2 tablespoons flour. Whisk to form a roux. Keep whisking for about 4 minutes until lightly browned. 3. Add 3 cups milk, … Continue reading →

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A Cuban Christmas: Cuban Egg Nog

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Nicolita Swimwear
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Embracing our Latin American identity- By Andres Smith / VOXXI blogs

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Nicolita Swimwear

The picture above was taken on December 23, 1962. We see a young man, head shaven, skinny and weak, embracing his parents with all his strength. He was a stern, proud man, and tears weren’t usually part of his repertoire. … Continue reading →

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Posted on September 28, 2011 by Nicolita

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Adventures of a New York Gypsy, Cuban Style

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Nicolita

I just wanted to share this awesome blog post that Lisa Marie Reyes, author of Adventures of a New York Gypsy wrote about Nicolita. We love to hear from our fans! As many of you know, I have a ginormous … Continue reading →

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Travel by Goat?…..We did in Cuba

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Nicolita

So when you are traveling in Cuba, there are a couple different ways to get around town. The most common ways are by car, taxi, carpool trucks, and a horse carriage. However, the most unique way is by a Goat Cart. These goat carts … Continue reading →

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History de La Guayabera

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Nicolita

The history of the Guayabere garment is disputed, as various claims for the distinctive style have been made in several Latin America countries as well as the Philippines. In fact, every country that has produced its own version of the … Continue reading →

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Watch Nicolita’s interview from LifeTime’s tv show, The Balancing Act

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Nicolita
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Cuba and Its Music

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Nicolita

Cuba and Its Music: From the First Drums to the Mambo by Ned Sublette This entertaining history of Cuba and its music begins with the collision of Spain and Africa and continues through the era of Miguelito Valdés, Arsenio Rodríguez, … Continue reading →

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How I imagine Cuba.

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Nicolita

Last night was the panel discussion,  ‘How Do Americans Imagine Cuba?’ held at The Getty, by Zocalo Public Square. There are so many different perceptions of how Americans imagine Cuba, because Cuba has been such a source of inspiration in … Continue reading →

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All Havana Broke Loose: An Oral History of Tropicana on Vanity Fair Magazine

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Nicolita

All Havana Broke Loose: An Oral History of Tropicana In the decadent jet-set heaven of 1950s Havana, the only place to be was Tropicana, a pleasure dome where the shows (and showgirls) were dazzling, the gambling was high-stakes, and the … Continue reading →

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Cubanisimo Winery

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Nicolita

Read more about this incredible Cuban vineyard based out in Oregon. I love how they are blending their Cuban culture with their passion for wine. Azucar!! Mauricio Collada Jr. MD – Owner Mauricio was born in Havana, Cuba in the … Continue reading →

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STYLE SIGHT – Nicolita swimwear Interview

Posted on August 17, 2011 by Nicolita
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