The Cuban in the United States, Niurki, @niurki2107 on TikTok, shared a video that has taken the internet by storm, garnering thousands of reactions. In it, she describes those "uniquely Cuban" customs that, according to her, are not found in other cultures. With a humorous tone, Niurki starts by saying, “I’m Cuban, and I always put important papers under the mattress.” Immediately, she goes on to list everyday practices that many Cubans can relate to: “I’m Cuban, and if I don’t have a roller to wear, I use a roll of paper instead”; “I’m Cuban, and the cooking pot always smells great”; “I’m Cuban, and of course, I dilute the detergent with water”; “I’m Cuban, and I always like to have a cucumber in the fridge to make ice”; and “I’m Cuban, and of course, I’m going to save all the plastic bags.”
The comments from her followers reflect surprise and a sense of connection, particularly from Spanish users who relate to these same customs despite the cultural distance. Some even joke about the idea of "being Cuban without knowing it." One user remarks, “I’m Spanish, and everything you do, I do too,” while another playfully adds, “I’m Spanish, and I’m starting to doubt my nationality.” Another person insists, “I’m Spanish, and I do almost everything. In another life, I would be Cuban.” The reactions continue with phrases like: “I just realized I’m not Spanish; I’m Cuban,” “You don’t have to be Cuban for that,” “We do the same thing here in Spain,” “I’m Spanish, but I just saw that I’m Cuban too,” “I’m Spanish, and I do the same thing, haha,” and “I think I was Cuban in another life.”
Many users highlight how certain customs are not only present in Cuba but are also reflected in different cultures. Comments such as “It doesn’t matter where you come from, but the customs you were taught” or “All Latinos do it” show the perspective of a global audience that identifies with the nuances of Cuban culture, even if they are not originally from the island. The conversation continues with more jokes about cultural identity: “I’m Spanish, and my wife and I share an apartment with a Cuban, and he does the same thing with water” and “I thought I was Spanish but it turns out I’m Cuban.”
Many take the opportunity to ask @niurki2107 about the details of certain customs, especially regarding the use of a roll of paper instead of a hair roller, to which some respond with humor: "Explain it in a video."
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