Rice and Beans under the Meat

August 23rd 2014
Soul Food (reflection by Stan) While there is much greater diversity in Cuban cuisine than I had previously thought, black beans and rice still provide the anchor, the go-to staple for the vast majority of households. I have shared a few items from our culture, such as the grilled cheese sandwich and deviled eggs, and people are generally polite and gracious in their responses, but I don’t ... read more

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The native Amerindian population of Cuba began to decline after the European discovery of the island by Christopher COLUMBUS in 1492 and following its development as a Spanish colony during the next several centuries. Large numbers of African slaves ... ... read more

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Stan Dotson

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We are excited to have the opportunity to spend 10 months in Cuba. We began traveling to Cuba in the 1990s, and have made many good friends. This trip will enable us to deepen those friendships. In the fall, we will be teaching in the Ecumenical Seminary in Matanzas, Kim teaching English and Drama, and Stan teaching Leadership and Teambuilding. The rest of the year we will lead workshops and retreats, dividing our time between the Kairos Center in Matanzas, Molina Verde (the FIBAC finca) in Guanabacoa, and visits with churches across the island. ... full info

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