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Plátanos Maduros Recipe
September 28, 2011 | No responses.
Sweet Fried Plantains, or Plátanos Maduros, is a popular savory sweet Cuban dish that won’t break the bank. This dish can be served as a side or as dessert. Yields: 1-2 servings Ingredients: 1 very ripe plantain with black skin Canola or corn oil Fresh lime (optional) Directions: 1. Peel the black skin from the [...]
Plantain Chips Recipe
September 22, 2011 | No responses.
This recipe is for the thinner variety of plantain chips, called “mariquitas or “chicharitas” in Cuba. These chips are easy to make, and they’re a great alternative to the tortilla chip when dipping in guacamole, salsa or ceviche. For a savory + sweet twist, dip these salty plantains in chocolate to make chocolate-covered plantain chips. [...]
Atole Recipe
September 22, 2011 | No responses.
Similar to an American hot cereal, this thick drink is made with masa (a corn dough used for making corn tortillas, tamales and other Latin American dishes) and sometimes topped with fruit or mixed with Mexican chocolate. Total prep & cook time: 22-30 minutes Yields: Serves 2-3 Ingredients 1/3 cup masa harina* mixed with 1/4 cup [...]
Free Wine Tastings & Mixology Classes
September 21, 2011 | One response.
Did you know? We host Free mixology classes and wine tastings. Join us and others for a chance to learn how to make popular Latin cocktails, like the classic Margarita, Mojito, and Sangria, and taste wines from around the world. Free drink with every class! View our Events Calendar to see our schedule of upcoming [...]
“All I can say is COÑO!”
September 16, 2011 | No responses.
10/4/10 “My wife and I are both Cuban and all I can say is COÑO! (translated to English would be OMG!) I think we had six different items plus two different mojitos and everything was incredible. They hit that balance of authenticity and innovation with Cuban food.” -Edelio C.
“One of my favorite places”
September 16, 2011 | No responses.
3/30/11 Havana is one of my favorite places in the city! It’s cool, casual atmosphere is exactly what I look for on a Friday after work or relaxing weeknight dinner. Not only do they have great drink specials (half price pitchers of Sangria or Margaritas and half price mojitos depending on what night you go) [...]
“Best paella I’ve ever had.”
September 16, 2011
4/23/10 – I really loved everything about this restaurant. The drinks – $4 mojitos on a Friday night? For real? The atmosphere – very pretty, classy looking joint. The FOOD – unbelievable – everything I ate – starting with the calamari and guacamole to my dinner of pulled pork with jalapeno mashed potatoes and roasted [...]
“Best New Latin Restaurant”
September 16, 2011 | No responses.
10/26/09 – “I have dined at Havana twice and I was pleasantly surprised both times. It was easy to find and they have valet service but I parked across the street next to CVS for $8 all night. The setting is very neat and elegant with a vibrant color scheme that reminds you of a [...]
“Felt Like South Beach”
September 16, 2011 | No responses.
8/6/10 – “I felt like I was in South Beach – loved it. I work around the corner but had never stopped in until today. I had the Havana Steak sandwich and a mojito. The mojito was a perfect blend of mint and lime and rum – not overly sweet as some can be. The [...]
“Best Mojito Ever”
September 16, 2011 | No responses.
12/5/09 – “My boyfriend and I dined at Havana Saturday night. Not only was the staff incredibly friendly and attentive, but the food was absolutely amazing! We ordered the calamari and ceviche appetizers (presentation and taste – both outstanding), followed by the halibut and pork chop entrees. We washed everything down with several different cocktails, [...]