From September 11 to 13, the Varadero resort will host the 14th edition of the Varadero Gourmet International Festival. An event that has become a benchmark for haute cuisine in Cuba, attracting chefs, mixologists and international experts. However, its holding coincides with a context of serious food shortages in the country, where many Cubans face difficulties in accessing basic products.
Varadero Gourmet: A showcase of Cuban gastronomy
The Varadero Gourmet Festival aims to showcase the best of Cuban cuisine, with a focus on sustainability and the use of local products. During the event, conferences, presentations, competitions and exhibitions will be held. Both the island’s culinary traditions and innovations in contemporary cuisine will be highlighted.
This year, delegations from countries such as Spain, Italy, France, the United States and Brazil will participate. These experts will contribute their knowledge and products, enriching the gastronomic experience of the festival.
Despite the economic difficulties in Cuba, the event maintains its mission of positioning the country as a first-class tourist and gastronomic destination.
Full table in a country in crisis
While the Varadero Gourmet Festival displays a display of culinary abundance, the daily reality in Cuba is very different. Many families depend on the limited rations distributed through the ration book. These basic products, such as rice, beans and oil, often run out before the end of the month.
In contrast, festival participants and visitors will enjoy elaborate dishes and top-quality cocktails. Although the event celebrates the best of Cuban cuisine, the disparity between the experience in Varadero and daily life in other parts of Cuba is evident.
The Varadero Gourmet Festival remains an important showcase for Cuban gastronomy. However, its celebration in the midst of a food crisis highlights the complexities and challenges facing the country.
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