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Food plays an important role in Cuba's culture. Some of the stereotypes are true: Cubans love to party, and they can eat. Fresh, hearty and full of flavor are the best ways to describe the varied food of Cuba.
First, the research pointed out that they are on a diet of wheat, pasta, pizza, and yogurt. This is interesting because this is new food for Cuba and they also eat meat, such as chicken and fish. Next, the research also mentioned that because U.S. policy forbids trade with Cuba, the island has been forced to change its diet. In Cuba, you will not find an American influence on Cuban food. Furthermore, it indicated Cubans love pizza and for toppings they have ham, chorizo, onion. Chorizo is a type of pork sausage. They also

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