The TikTok user @marky_barrera has once again captured attention with a humorous video titled "Steps to Know if There Are More Cubans Where You Live." In the clip, he recreates a scene that many Cubans find quite familiar: how the simple act of brewing coffee can reveal the presence of fellow countrymen in the neighborhood.
The video begins with an Italian coffee maker brewing coffee in the kitchen. The aroma quickly spreads and attracts the neighbors. From the balcony, a man asks, “What’s that smell of coffee? Who's brewing coffee?” Shortly after, there’s a knock at the door, and a woman appears asking for “a little bit” of coffee and, by the way, some sugar for the kids' yogurt… in a bucket.
The situation continues to escalate. From the floor below, another neighbor shouts asking if it’s him who is brewing coffee, while another approaches with the same question. Each appearance heightens the confusion of the creator, who ultimately flees to his house, exclaiming, “Oh, damn it!”
Reactions to the video came quickly. One user commented, “The smell of coffee and fried pork is unmistakable,” while another nostalgically confessed, “I wish there were Cubans in my neighborhood; what longing.” The sugar container also sparked laughter: “You’re going to have to use grandma’s strainer, and don’t even get me started on the sugar container.”
The place where it happens did not go unnoticed either. “Every condo in Vegas is filled with Cubans; I think we’re going to be the new Hialeah,” joked a follower. Others expressed nostalgia: “I haven't had coffee like this since I left Cuba” or “I love being surrounded by my people, but I wish they wouldn't be so bothersome.”
The video has garnered over 2,300 likes and dozens of comments, resonating with the nostalgia and humor of those who recognize these scenes as part of their daily lives. Because if one thing is clear, it’s that wherever there’s the smell of coffee, a Cuban will always be nearby.
Frequently asked questions about the Cuban community in Las Vegas and coffee culture
Why is coffee so important to Cubans?
Coffee holds a deep cultural significance for Cubans and is a tradition that symbolizes hospitality and community. Drinking coffee is a daily ritual that goes beyond just consuming a beverage; it is an opportunity to socialize and connect with others, as reflected in the video by @marky_barrera where the aroma of coffee brings together Cuban neighbors in Las Vegas.
How can you recognize the presence of Cubans in a neighborhood abroad?
One of the most characteristic ways to recognize the presence of Cubans in a neighborhood is by the aroma of brewed coffee. The smell of Cuban coffee is unmistakable and, as shown in the viral TikTok video, it can attract Cuban neighbors, creating an atmosphere of familiarity and community. This phenomenon relates to the Cuban culture of sharing and socializing through coffee.
Is it common to find Cuban communities in Las Vegas?
Las Vegas is one of the cities in the United States where a significant Cuban community has formed. In the comments of the video by @marky_barrera, users mention that many condominiums in Las Vegas are filled with Cubans, suggesting that the city could become a new Cuban epicenter similar to Hialeah in Florida.
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