Author Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader is a writer, photographer and creator of Leave Your Daily Hell, one of the world's most popular independent travel blogs. When he's not on the road, he lives in Bangkok, where he's currently attempting to master the Thai language and not get fat—street food and self-control aren't good bedfellows! Read his blog or follow him on Instagram to keep up with his travels, which will take him to Iran at the end of this month.

The truth about Cuban food: It’s complicated

September 6, 2017

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I was pretty ignorant about Cuban food when I landed in Havana, apart from having tasted two dishes—Ropa Vieja meat stew and the classic Cuban sandwich—and a friendly warning. "Cuba is good for many things," ma... Continue reading →

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