Last night dinner was on our own. We joined another couple and walked around the corner to a private restaurant. We shared a plate of appetizers - bruschetta, ceviche, impanatas, fritters, etc. Then Chuck and I shared a small pizza - not spectacular, but a good change. Oh yes, the wine was good too.
The trip is winding down and so are we. This morning we heard a lecture from a university professor on the new Cuban constitution. He spent 20 years in the diplomatic service including 3 years in Washington, DC and several years in Canada, too. He spoke very fast but was most interesting - especially the impact of the US embargo on Cuba. The Cuban people are ambitious and very persevering. They can figure out a way around most road blocks. Could have listened to him for another hour or so.
Took the bus to downtown Havana and visited the two remaining squares and learned the history of them. Observed families with their little ones chasing the pigeons, street venders selling peanuts and ‘crisps’ made of kassala, people in elaborate costumes charging when you took their photo, and pop-up musical groups passing the hat. Lunch was on our own. Enjoyed a bowl of gazpacho and shared a delicious beef sandwich on a very tasty bun. Finished off the meal with ice cream —ordered pistachio flavored ice cream but it looked like raspberry and tasted like raspberry. Back to the hotel for siesta.
Will learn about dominos in a bit and have our farewell dinner tonight.
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