Cubans have a vast and varied culinary inheritance: Cuba's native Siboneyes Indians, the Spanish who colonized the island, the Africans who were taken there as slaves, the Chinese who came still later as laborers and the Arabians who passed on to Cuba from Spain, all brought their traditions to bear on Cuba's tropical abundance. It is an extraordinary combination. Cuban cuisine is about preserving the culture of our homeland outside the island, the richness, variety and vitality of our food all reflect the very qualities of Cuban life: A word of sunshine and music, laughter and dance. We Cubans have always found joy and friendship in our kitchens and around our tables. May you find the same in yours.

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