Heritage & Traditions

Aged pharmaceutical treasures of Havana

Gabriela Santiesteban

Old establishments in Old Havana allow you to take an interesting journey through the history of the Cuban pharmacopoeia, through unique collections treasured in the emblematic Sarrá, Johnson and Taquechel pharmacies.

Habanos in Benelux presents new vitola in world premiere

Cubaplus Magazine

Habanos, SA., through its exclusive distributor for Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg, presented the new Juan López Special Selection vitola (52 gauge x 170 mm long) online last Saturday as a world premiere.

The legendary Macorina of Havana

Alejandro Rodriguez Ruiz

Among the legendary characters that swarm in Cuba by the work and grace of the people’s will is María Calvo Nodarse, unknown by that name, but unforgettable as La Macorina, the first woman to drive a car on the island, among other varied attributes ... As in all myths, there are inaccuracies in her story, but what is said about her contains much truth as the protagonist herself was in charge of clarifying -or masking and decorating- in interviews she gave before her death on 15th. June, 1977.

Ernesto Lecuona, always in my heart

CubaPLUS Magazine

Memorable melodies by the Cuban pianist and composer Ernesto Lecuona, considered the most universal of the island's musicians, are still heard around the world, 58 years after his death.

November 27, colonial cruelty

By Alejandro Rodriguez Ruiz

Among the saddest days of commemoration in Cuba is November 27, in the 19th century, when eight first-year medical students at the University of Havana were unjustly shot.

Polo Montañez, the always natural peasant

By Gabriela Santiesteban

Although his professional career was brief, the Cuban singer-songwriter Polo Montañez left a deep mark on Cuban music and especially on the heart of his people and on that of the large audience that also acclaimed him in other latitudes.

International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

CubaPLUS Magazine

The United Nations celebrates the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women on November 25, with an urgent call to put an end to this old and current phenomenon that affects a good part of humanity.

Havana Club, innovation as a premise for development

Havana Club is an internationally positioned brand that enjoys great success and recognition among the highest echelons of spirits in the world, achieved by undeniable product quality thanks to the work and expertise of the Cuban Rum Masters, as well as the company’s innovation.

Cuban Pharmacist Day

Cubaplus Magazine

Every November 22, Cuba celebrates Pharmacist's Day, which recognizes the relevance of this sector in society, always with the purpose of improving health quality and raising the level of satisfaction of the population with the services provided.

Universal Children's Day, a necessary commitment to the future

Cubaplus Magazine

A very vulnerable sector of the world population, children, the future of humanity, has rights beyond the simple guardianship of adults, a reality for which the UN celebrates Universal Children's Day on November 20.

World Toilet Day, to save lives

Cubaplus Magazine

Many consider things related to toilets are private, eschatological issues, which they prefer not to talk about. However, they are facilities that save lives, which is why the UN dedicates a special day to them annually, every November 19.

The emblematic Enramadas street

By Nina Pereira

Full of history and life, Enramadas Street was forged over centuries as one of the most emblematic avenues in the eastern city of Santiago de Cuba, and the entire country.

Havana on its 502nd anniversary, against all odds

Gabriela Santiesteban

If ever it did not appear on maps or was later a point lost in them, today Havana, which this November 16 celebrates its 502nd anniversary, is unknown only to a few.

World No Alcohol Day, against harmful consumption

CubaPLUS Magazine

The World Non-Alcohol Day, celebrated every November 15, rather than dedicating a day to abstain from drinking spirits, urges us to always avoid their harmful consumption, which leads to serious health and social problems.

Singles Day, love or consumption?

CubaPLUS Magazine

Singleness is for many a synonym of free will, for others of unwanted temporary loneliness to which it is a question of putting an end to, but, in any case, this November 11 is the Singles Day, which has been acquiring a look each time more commercial.