Preserving Tampa’s Cuban Flavor
Sabores de Ybor explores Tampa’s Cuban heritage through its food, history, and the people keeping tradition alive. From century-old institutions like La Segunda Bakery and the Columbia Restaurant to newer spots redefining Cuban cuisine for a new generation, this project blends storytelling, interviews, and reviews to capture Ybor City’s unique cultural flavor.
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The Heritage
The story of how Cuban culture took root in Ybor and how its legacy endures today.
The Flavors
A collection of Cuban recipes reimagined for today, inspired by Ybor’s timeless taste of home.
The Places
Restaurant stories and reviews that capture the flavor and the soul of Tampa’s Cuban dining scene.
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“To understand Ybor City, you have to sit down for a meal. Every recipe, every café, every bite carries a piece of Tampa’s Cuban soul.”
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