The iconic ice cream parlor Coppelia, known as the “Cathedral of Ice Cream,” could reopen its doors to the public before the end of January.
An employee of the entity informed CubaNet that a scoop of ice cream will cost 25 Cuban pesos, a "justified" increase due to the high cost of raw materials.
According to the news portal, this information was communicated to the employees during a recent meeting with the president of the Internal Trade Business Group of Havana.
At this meeting, it was reported that the authorities of the Party and the Government of the capital set a one-week deadline to paint, change furniture, and make necessary adjustments to reopen the facility. Although no exact date was specified, the reopening is expected to take place before the end of the month.
In addition to the price increase, there is a plan to restore the availability of snacks such as cookies and chocolates, following negotiations with related companies. The renewal of staff uniforms and aesthetic improvements in the venue are also anticipated.
On the other hand, the president of the State-owned Enterprises Group for Domestic Trade denied rumors about a possible handover of Coppelia to a small or medium-sized enterprise, stating that, while agreements could be established with these entities, the ice cream parlor will continue to be managed by the State, emphasized CubaNet.
The ice cream shop, closed since November 2024, has only been selling packages of sweet cookies and four-liter tubs of ice cream for 1,720 pesos, while the facilities remain out of service.
The lack of ice cream, due to the absence of raw materials such as milk and sugar, led to the closure of the iconic facility located at the central corner of 23 and L in Vedado, Havana, reported 14 y Medio.
In December, passersby in front of what was once the iconic ice cream establishment in Cuba sadly witnessed the decline of this Havana landmark.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Reopening of the Coppelia Ice Cream Parlor in Havana
When will the Coppelia ice cream parlor reopen in Havana?
The Coppelia ice cream shop is expected to reopen before the end of January 2025. Although there is no exact date confirmed, the authorities have given a timeframe of one week to make the necessary adjustments.
What will the new price of ice cream be at Coppelia?
The price of a scoop of ice cream at Coppelia will be 25 Cuban pesos. This increase is justified by the high cost of the raw materials needed for its production.
Will Coppelia be managed by a small or medium-sized business?
Coppelia will continue to be managed by the Cuban state. Despite the rumors, the president of the Internal Trade Business Group denied the possibility of handing it over to a small or medium-sized enterprise, although she did not rule out business dealings with these entities.
What other improvements will be made at Coppelia?
Aesthetic and furniture improvements will be made at Coppelia. In addition, there is a plan to reintroduce the accompaniment of sweets such as cookies and chocolates, and a renewal of the staff uniforms is expected.
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