A Cuban woman has caused a stir on TikTok after sharing a video in which she displays the amount of meat she bought for her family. "Here are approximately 90 pounds of meat, there are five of us, so I hope it lasts us at least two weeks," explained user @yesis_life while organizing the packages of meat in her kitchen. Later, the TikToker proceeded to show one of the recipes she prepared for dinner, but what truly made her go viral was the reaction of users to the amount of meat purchased and the time she estimated it would last.
The reactions soon flooded the comments on the video. Many users expressed disbelief at the amount of meat and how quickly the family planned to consume it. “90 pounds of meat in two weeks? What madness!” exclaimed one person, while another wrote: "I can make three pounds last a month."
The jokes came quickly. "With a needle, thread, and a little patience, you can make the cow", wrote one user, a comment that was even celebrated by the protagonist of the video. Another, sounding surprised, added: "I thought they were going to say that would last a year." Someone else joked: "It's cheaper for them to open a slaughterhouse".
"If that lasts you only 2 weeks, I can imagine that you all have meat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and snack on even more meat in between," joked another.
The debate also revolved around the cost of purchasing. "You need money to maintain that diet," stated one user, while someone from Venezuela commented, "Just imagine, here a kilogram of meat costs almost 10 dollars." Another wrote, "With that money, I can buy rice and beans for six months."
Among the most frequently asked questions was about the variety of her diet. "Don't you have fish or vegetables?" asked a user. To which @yesis_life responded: "Yes, fish, but not as much as I should. Never vegetables. I don't like them." Her answer sparked more humorous comments, with people saying that her digestive system must be "proof against everything."
Despite the controversy, Yesenia Marrero's video continues to gather thousands of comments and views, becoming a trend on TikTok. It seems that the amount of meat each family consumes remains a topic of debate on social media, and in this case, with a touch of humor and collective surprise.
Frequently asked questions about meat consumption in Cuba and its virality on social media
Why did the video of the Cuban woman who bought 90 pounds of meat go viral?
The video went viral because the amount of meat purchased and the time frame in which it was planned to be consumed surprised users. The Cuban woman stated that the 90 pounds of meat would only last two weeks for her family of five, which sparked surprised reactions and humorous comments on TikTok.
What comments did the video about meat consumption in Cuba generate?
The video generated a mix of amazement, humor, and debate among users. Some expressed disbelief at the rapid consumption of so much meat, while others commented on the lack of variety in the diet and the high cost of maintaining a meat-rich diet.
How does access to meat compare between Cubans on the island and those abroad?
Access to meat is much more limited in Cuba due to scarcity and high prices. In contrast, Cubans abroad, especially in the United States, report having much easier and more frequent access to meat, highlighting the economic and supply differences between the two contexts.
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