Pairing Vaca Frita correctly — a note on guarapo sugarcane juice

Most people overlook how much the right drink changes Vaca Frita. I ordered it with guarapo sugarcane juice and the sweet from caramelised plantain elements of the dish sharpened considerably against the pairing. black beans in particular became more prominent in a good way.

paladares are privately owned Cuban restaurants that developed as an alternative to state food service. The a roadside food stall is where you learn these pairings — they evolved together. If you've been having Vaca Frita with the wrong drink, try it correctly once. It's a genuinely different experience. The restaurant deserves credit for getting this right.