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Baracoa and Its Exquisite Fruits

CubaPLUS
Dec 16, 2025
Baracoa and Its Exquisite Fruits

Founded by the first governor of Cuba, Spanish conquistador Diego Velázquez de Cuéllar, on August 15, 1511, Baracoa, also known as "La Villa Primada" (The Primordial Villa) for being the first established in Cuba, is a territory brimming with traditions and flavors.

But why flavors? Because it is here that the country's most exquisite fruits are harvested.

02-sabores-baracoa.jpgThis is a place best explored not just with the eyes, but with the palate. A journey to Cuba's first villa is incomplete without tasting these exotic, juicy fruits, steeped in history. Come and discover the authentic Flavors of Baracoa!

Bread that grows on trees? Discover the Breadfruit, a unique ingredient that surprises with its versatility and flavor.
COCONUT. The perfect refreshing drink under the Caribbean sun.
MAMEY COLORADO. As colorful as it is delicious.
PLANTAIN. No meal in Baracoa is complete without the unique flavor of plantain in its many forms.
CACAO. Synonymous with the deep identity and flavor of Baracoa.
PINEAPPLE. Its intoxicating aroma and intense sweetness are instantly captivating.

The taste of Baracoa is served in a cone. Cucurucho, the quintessential edible souvenir.

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