Havana was also famous for its 'Creollo' cuisine. Dishes such as black beans, old clothes, Congrí (black beans and rice) with roast pork, cassava with mojo, ajiaco or desserts such as fritters, guava shells, 'Coquitos' (coconut balls) or 'Pan de Gloria' (Glory Bread) were a treat for both visitors and locals. And their drinks, 'Mojitos', 'Daiquiris', 'Piña Coladas' and other cocktails, such as those prepared in the legendary 'Bodeguita de El Medio', were world- renowned.
Owing to its nightlife, Havana soon earned the name of "city of sin". Havana nights were a constant party, in which music and dance were considered a religion. The development of Cuban rhythms reached its peak in the 40s and 50s. 'Danzón', 'Son', 'Rumba', 'Bolero', 'Mambo', Cha cha cha'... musical styles for all tastes, with memorable figures such as Benny Moré, Trio Matamoros, Celia Cruz and Sonora Matancera, Olga Guillot and many others …show more content…
One was at her atelier of couture in Paris. The other was El Encanto department store, in Havana.
El Encanto was Cuba's largest shopping center and its flagship store was located on Calle Galeano, the finest shopping area of Havana. During the years it was open to the public, it was one of the most prestigious stores in the world and a place of reference for the Cuban bourgeoisie of that time.
With its six floors and more than sixty five departments, it was considered "The Epitome of Elegance". Solicitous customer service and strict dress code policy contributed to its mark of excellence.
Among the list of distinguished clients who visited El Encanto, there were music stars and great artists of Hollywood´s Golden Age. Tyrone Power or Caesar Romero would buy their Italian silk ties. John Wayne was a regular visitor of its tailoring service department, and Ray Milland would purchase his shirts in the Men´s
Owing to its nightlife, Havana soon earned the name of "city of sin". Havana nights were a constant party, in which music and dance were considered a religion. The development of Cuban rhythms reached its peak in the 40s and 50s. 'Danzón', 'Son', 'Rumba', 'Bolero', 'Mambo', Cha cha cha'... musical styles for all tastes, with memorable figures such as Benny Moré, Trio Matamoros, Celia Cruz and Sonora Matancera, Olga Guillot and many others …show more content…
One was at her atelier of couture in Paris. The other was El Encanto department store, in Havana.
El Encanto was Cuba's largest shopping center and its flagship store was located on Calle Galeano, the finest shopping area of Havana. During the years it was open to the public, it was one of the most prestigious stores in the world and a place of reference for the Cuban bourgeoisie of that time.
With its six floors and more than sixty five departments, it was considered "The Epitome of Elegance". Solicitous customer service and strict dress code policy contributed to its mark of excellence.
Among the list of distinguished clients who visited El Encanto, there were music stars and great artists of Hollywood´s Golden Age. Tyrone Power or Caesar Romero would buy their Italian silk ties. John Wayne was a regular visitor of its tailoring service department, and Ray Milland would purchase his shirts in the Men´s