The new dollar supermarket at 3rd and 70 in Havana continues to generate buzz on social media and in the independent press, to the extent that even the Cuban comedian Jardiel decided to visit the place despite not having the means to pay.
For such a visit, Jardiel decided to choose his best look, but a supermarket of that magnitude and in dollars requires, in his opinion, an appropriate outfit with the best coloring.
"Everything is in dollars, everything is in greens, and I told myself, well, I'll just go for it in green; I'm going to fall as I have to, standing tall. What do you think? Should I show up at 3rd and 70? Just to take a look, but I don't have any dollars," she asks her followers on social media while showcasing an outfit of green pants, a green shirt, and green shoes.
The comedian's second option was to wear a skirt, blouse, hat, glasses, holding a broom in one hand and a bucket in the other, though everything had to be in green, and he would go barefoot to take the opportunity to "buy" some shoes for dollars.
However, the best look was undoubtedly the last one. Jardiel appeared before the camera wearing what looked like a sheet with a design of a 100-dollar bill and a straw hat.
The new supermarket opened by the Cuban regime for the exclusive sale of products in dollars continues to generate outrage and criticism among Cubans, but memes and mockery are already starting to appear.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Dollar Supermarket at 3rd and 70 in Havana
Why does the supermarket at 3rd and 70 in Havana generate so much outrage?
The supermarket at 3rd and 70 only accepts dollars, which excludes most Cubans who receive their salary in Cuban pesos. This situation has sparked outrage over the economic inequality it represents and the contrast with the stores that accept freely convertible currency (MLC), which are poorly stocked.
What products can you find at the supermarket on 3rd and 70th?
At the supermarket on 3rd and 70, you can find both domestic and foreign products, such as processed meats, meats, juices, oils, pasta, personal care items, cleaning supplies, and household appliances. It is well-stocked, in contrast to the MLC stores, which tend to be empty.
How does the dollarization of the Cuban economy affect the population?
The dollarization of the Cuban economy increases social inequalities, as only those with access to dollars can purchase products in stores like the supermarket at 3rd and 70. This leaves most Cubans, who earn in pesos, without access to basic goods.
What has been the reaction of Cuban comedians to the opening of the supermarket at 3rd and 70?
Comedians like Jardiel and Ulises Toirac have reacted to the opening of the supermarket with criticism and sarcasm. Jardiel expressed a desire to visit the supermarket dressed in a sheet designed to look like a 100-dollar bill, while Toirac condemned the inequality and economic exclusion it represents for the majority of Cubans.
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