Ajiaco- a word that many of our guests who have traveled with us to Cuba know very well and remember fondly. This is the name of both a very special traditional stew that most Cuban people since the cultures of the indigenous Taino and Spanish blended together have eaten as a staple in their diet, and also a very unique restaurant with an electric and fun staff that we visit for cooking classes. The majority of Cuban chefs have a version of the ajiaco stew in their personal collection as the dish is so ubiquitous that many slight variations have formed.

Today we have the pleasure to present a team effort from Yissel and Juanita, our lead tour guide Duni’s wife and mother as they combine bits of each of their unique stews to create the kind of colorful blend the island is known for. Comforting, savory, warming and hearty this stew has a lot of flavor and is easy to prepare in large quantities as it only tastes better after a couple days in the fridge.

We invite you to enjoy something that has been an integral part of Cuban culture for 500 years and has become a staple in many of our tours as well. This version is Yissel and Jaunita’s but you can feel free to make it your own by substituting almost any vegetable you might have on hand and would enjoy.

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