A dish that tells its story — Vaca Frita reviewed

You can taste history in Vaca Frita if you know what to look for. Cuban cuisine reflects Spanish, African, and Caribbean indigenous influences. The sweet from caramelised plantain character reflects those layers — slow-roasted pork doesn't appear by accident; it came from a specific tradition.

The a Cuban café abroad setting made sense of it. You understand the food differently when the context is right. mojito alongside is part of that story. Some food is just fuel. Vaca Frita, properly made, is something more. This version told the story well.