The Try Guys recently took a trip to Miami and found themselves immersed in the vibrant Cuban-American culture that has deep roots in the city.
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With Cuban politics in the spotlight recently, we want to shine a light on the dynamic culture of the Cuban-American community that is an integral part of the social landscape of Miami.
In seeking out what Miami had to offer beyond South Beach and other tourist traps, the guys were expertly guided by Jackie, a Miami native and first-generation Cuban American, and Manny, who lives in Miami and grew up in Cuba.
The first order of business was making sure the guys were doing Miami in style. So, naturally, they went to try on guayaberas, a traditional staple in any Cuban man's wardrobe.
They stopped by Havana Collection, where store owner Fidel Asis Lopez helped the Try Guys get just the right look to take on the Little Havana scene.
Check out Ned, looking muy suavecito!
Historically, the guayabera has four pockets.
Keith is ready for Calle Ocho!
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Now that the guys are dressed to impress, it's time to eat!
First up is guava y queso pastelitos, a traditional Cuban pastry.
After whetting their appetites with some tasty treats, it was time to get down to business and really explore some Cuban cuisine.
Cafe Versailles is known as "The World's Most Famous Cuban Restaurant" and has been a mainstay of the Cuban exile community in Miami since 1971.
Naturally, they had to try the traditional Cubano sandwich.
The guys were definitely into it.
Next up, a staple with any Cuban meal — Plantains, served with rice.
Ned says, "It's like a banana kissing you on the mouth."
They sampled some savory arroz con pollo aka chicken and yellow rice.
Keith asks, "What are they cooking it in? Gold?"
After tasting a few other incredible dishes, the Try Guys were introduced to a Cuban favorite, ropa vieja.
And it was definitely a hit.
Zach was literally drinking the juices.
Eugene summed up the culinary experience:
Next up, the Try Guys tried their hand at a classic Cuban tradition, the game of dominoes.
Dominoes is the national game of Cuba, and in the Miami, the place to go for an authentic game is in Maximo Gomez Park in Little Havana.
¡Vamos, Keith!
Of course, you can't take a deep dive into the Cuban culture in Miami without learning about the rich heritage of the Cuban cigar.
The Guys met with Rene Diaz, owner and founder of On-Site Cigars.
The guys decided to get their hands dirty and rolled some cigars at the Havana Classic Cigar Factory.
With the help of expert cigar-maker Mercedes Rios, they got a first-hand experience of hand-making a cigar from start to finish.
Cafecito break!
Cuban coffee is customarily known for being extremely strong and very sweet.
Finally, it was time to experience the nightlife in Little Havana's Calle Ocho.
Manny got the guys pumped for a night on the town.
So the Try Guys lived it up, Miami style.
After trying so many aspects of the Cuban-American culture and being embraced by the locals, Zach summed up the Miami experience pretty perfectly.
