Ballet Nacional de Cuba - Cuba Absolutely
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Elena's up and downs to dining out in Havana?<br />
by Elena Vega<br />
Garlic octopus at Doña Eutimia: This paladar has a lot of<br />
“ups” — it has actually been acclaimed by major news<br />
organizations such as The New York Times, and the Daily<br />
Beast called it one of the best 101 restaurants in Latin<br />
America (what about that?) True it is good… it is good <strong>Cuba</strong>n<br />
food. But the garlic octopus is beyond good, it is amazing.<br />
Make sure to or<strong>de</strong>r extra bread for this appetizer, because<br />
you will want to dip it into the won<strong>de</strong>rful garlic-infused olive<br />
oil in which the octopus is served. Don’t miss it!<br />
Callejón <strong>de</strong>l Chorro No.60 C, Plaza <strong>de</strong> la Catedral. Tel. 05 270<br />
6433<br />
Tacos al pastor at La Pachanga: This is s real “up”. This paladar that has been open for about a year has<br />
become known by the stickers a discount at the placeIt is also famous for its burgers, fruit smoothies, and the<br />
fact that it is open untilearly hours of the morning. But what really makes it unique are the tacos al pastor. These<br />
tacos are maybe the most traditional dish of Mexico’s street food. They are ma<strong>de</strong> with seasoned pork steaks,<br />
overlapped in a skewer that turns facing a vertical rotisserie. The meat is carved and placed in corn tortillas<br />
along with pineapple. They are not quite like the ones in Mexico but they are still great. Bring your own hot<br />
sauce and ask for an extra serving of pineapple.<br />
Calle 28 No. 254 / 21 y 23, Vedado. Tel. 830 2507<br />
The art at Le Chansonnier: Set in an old house in the<br />
Vedado area, this paladar has an interesting menu, a good<br />
looking bar, and it also has very friendly service; prices are a<br />
little bit high but the food is flavorful. Nevertheless the place<br />
distinguishes itself for its contemporary, elegant and chic look.<br />
One can tell that professionals were in charge of the décor.<br />
Classic element such as the glass chan<strong>de</strong>liers are harmoniously<br />
mixed with minimalist furniture with stunning results. But<br />
above anything, the most interesting element is the wall that<br />
leads to the bathrooms, a fascinating piece ma<strong>de</strong> with old paint<br />
cans produced by local artist Damian Aquiles. It is worth going<br />
to Le Chansonnier, even if just to admire that wall.<br />
Calle J No. 257 e/ 15 y Línea, Vedado. Tel. 837 1576<br />
Tuna and vegetable tartlet at Decameron: This is a“up” in<br />
one of the ol<strong>de</strong>raladares in the citylocated right n Linea, almost<br />
at the corner of Paseo. The place is nice, unpretentious and<br />
with a beautiful collection of antique wall clocks. The service is<br />
usually very friendly and the prices are reasonable. The food is<br />
usually good but the star of the menu is the tuna and vegetable<br />
tartlet, listed as an appetizer. This small dish is just fantastic,<br />
the crust is flaky and the filling is flavorful ad topped with<br />
melted cheese. Last time we were there we just to keep<br />
reor<strong>de</strong>ring tartlets, we couldn’t enough!<br />
Línea No.753 e/ Paseo y 2, Vedado. Tel. 832 2444<br />
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