online platform tripadvisor included Cuba among those 15 best foodie destinations in the world And his decision leaves Cubans amazed because it comes amid a deep food crisis on the island.
The current food situation in Cuba is unprecedented. The shortage is so great that in many households, even if they have money, they cannot find the basic products for a balanced diet.
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Across the country there is a shortage of bread, eggs, milk, coffee, grains, vegetables, meat, fats, everything. In addition, if something turns up to cook, it has to be paid for at a very high price due to the high inflation that is affecting the country.
tripadvisor did not take these aspects into account when compiling its list of “Best Food Destinations-World”. It covered Cuban gastronomy over cities like Saint Sebastian in Spain, Lyons in France or new York In the United States.
These three examples are true gastronomic powerhouses, with well-stocked markets, cafeterias, bars and restaurants catering to all budgets, with equal access for residents and visitors, a little far removed from Cuban reality.
In the midst of the current crisis in Cuba, the regime is promoting tourism and sending a message of abundance and gastronomic diversity through advertising campaigns and social networks. However, towards the interior of the island, the real situation differs considerably.
The supply of food to the population is close to zero. Most products are regulated by a supply booklet. They’ve even been there lately Items that could previously be freely purchasedWhat oil and chickenwhy don’t produce enough food and they have no resources to import.
Tripadvisor also gives Cuba a prominent place with the position 15th place in the “Best Food Destinations World” ranking last week positioned the country at the top of the list of “Fashion Destinations 2023”.
They cited Havana’s “colorful capital, vibrant nightlife, culture to be proud of and beautiful architectural design”. In addition, they highlighted the magnificent beaches of Varadero and the beautiful city of Santiago de Cuba, where they affirm that “life is lived with the same serenity” as in the past.
While Tripadvisor is trying to shift tourism to Cuba, the Poverty on the island has skyrocketed and it drives more and more people to beg for food on the streets. The government asserts that the causes are external, but a large part of the population associates them with poorly designed economic measures by the state.
Among them, the “ordering task” that deepened economic disparities and forced thousands of families to live is the most questioned below the poverty line.