We were on our way to Flagstaff and hungry. We thought to stop off at a burger joint to grab some burgers then we passed a restaurant sign that read "Cuban" food. I inquired of my siblings and aunt if they ever had Cuban food and they said they had not so I made a U-turn and said, "Then you must try at least once in your life, my treat."
We walked in to find a nice family atmosphere and actual Cubans dining at the restaurant which made it even all the more delightful being that we have a rule when dining at ethnic eateries. If the ratio to ethnic food to its ethnic guests is not at least 80% then the food is not authentic.
We ordered ...
Vaca Frita - Shredded Beef Fried with garlic, and other spices
Fricase de Puerco - Pork marinated and cooked in a red sauce
Rabo Encendido - Oxtail stew cooked with cuban spices, red wine on Creole sauce hot
I warned my family members that eating Cuban rice can have an effect on them right away. They would want more and more. We ate till we were gladly filled and hit the road. They love Cuban food now! We will be back!