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Guide to Little Havana, Miami

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Antoinette  Lashley

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Curator of intimate wellness hotels and travel experiences

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Travel writer & photographer

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Visit the  welcome sign

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Your preview into all things Havana starts here. This iconic mural can be found at the top of Calle Ocho - 📍2614 SW 8th Street.

Morning

Nourish

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8:45 AM

Walls plastered with recipes and aged photos of celebrities this local haunt sports a ventanita (walk up window) to grab Cuban coffee, empanadas and croquettes. Fuel up!

Morning

Cultural Experience

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11:30 AM

Watch cigar masters at work from the makeshift factory that is Havana Classic Cigar.

Afternoon

A moment  in life

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1:45 PM

Watch retired old men and women gather around small tables jeering each other over a game of dominoes at Domino Park. Join at your own risk!

Pick me up

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3:30 PM

Grab a shot of cuban coffee and go on the hunt for classic cars. You just may spot one behind you.

Afternoon

Evening

Cusine with a twist

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7:00 PM

Head to Cafe La Trova for Cuban food paired with la trova style music.  Try the jamon serrano croquettes. Careful, you'll be licking your fingers clean .

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Finish the evening mojito in hand & dance the night away at Ball & Chain- the oldest restaurant on Calle Ocho with live bands pumping out salsa, jazz and bachata rhythms daily.