Cuba and its culture present in the United States

Washington, July 14 (Prensa Latina) For the second straight year, Cuba showcased its culinary talent in a US event attended by representatives from more than 40 embassies accredited to DC.

July 15, 2025
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In this edition of the Embassy Chef Challenge, the colors of the Caribbean nation were defended by Soul de Cuba restaurant, which stood out with its most recognized, historically and culturally significant dish: the Cuban sandwich.

While some 800 people had the opportunity to enjoy Cuba’s stand, decorated at the Caribbean nation’s typical way, on the other side of the country, one of the most comprehensive exhibitions of contemporary Cuban art in the United States was inaugurated.

The exhibition, titled Descarga Cubana will be open at di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art in Napa, California, until September 28.

Names such as Nelson Dominguez, Roberto Fabelo, Ever Fonseca, Alberto Lescay, Alexis Leyva Machado (Kcho), Rigoberto Mena, Manuel Mendive, Jose Villa Soberon, among others, whose works appear in this collection, which also includes photos by Rick Swig, one of the promoters of the initiative.

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