Strongly influenced by Spanish traditions, with touches of African and Caribbean tastes, Cuban cuisine is as much about family as it is about flavor. This traditional collection of classic Cuban recipes includes every beloved dish, from Arroz Con Pollo and Mojo Sauce to Shreded Beef (Ropa Vieja), Boliche (Pot Roast), and Fried Sweet Ripe Plantains. Listed in both English and Spanish, each recipe boasts simple instructions and authentically Cuban results.
A native of Cuba, Martha Abreu Cortina grew up watching her mother cook. The recipes featured in her book were collected from her mother, aunts, and friends. A graduate of the University of Miami, Cortina has been teaching in the Miami-Dade County Public Schools system for more than twenty-five years. She lives in Miramar, Florida.