Popular New Jersey Cuban restaurant opens first Florida location
A little Cuba by way of New Jersey has arrived in Palm Beach County. Rumba Cubana, the family-owned restaurant that opened Nov. 6 in Palm Springs, brings plenty to look at along with its Cuban cooking. Think slow-roasted pork, pressed Cuban sandwiches, golden croquetas and desserts, plus cocktails that occasionally turn into full-blown productions. Husband-and-wife owners Alan and Nairelys Lopez built Rumba Cubana across North Jersey before heading south for their first location outside the state. Now that you've heard the news, here's a closer look at what to expect at the table and in the glass. Start with Cuban classics Ropa vieja, vaca frita and lechón asado marinated for 24 hours in sour orange citrus anchor a menu priced almost entirely under $25. Yes, there's a Cuban sandwich Slow-roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese and pickles get pressed together in Rumba Cubana's take on the classic. Save room for something sweet Housemade tres leches and flan join crunchy churros fried to order. Cocktails come with a show Beverage director Loiver Hernandez Crespo’s mojito skips Sprite for rum, fresh lime, sugar, mint, club soda and bitters, while other cocktails get theatrical, including one served in a slingshot and Son de la
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