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Sofrito is often used to add depth and complexity to rice and bean dishes, soups and stews. Here are some other traditional Cuban favorites: 1  Empanadas (empanadillas) and Pastelitos: meat-stuffed, fried or baked turnovers similar to Italian calzones. 2  Arroz con pollo-chicken and rice. 3  Boliche-stuffed pot roast. 4  Boniato con mojo-sweet potatoes in a garlic citrus sauce. 5  Cocido de garbanzos-chickpea stew.
Music of Cuba. The music of Cuba, including its instruments, performance and dance, comprises a large set of unique traditions influenced mostly by west African and European (especially Spanish) music. Due to the syncretic nature of most of its genres, Cuban music is often considered one of the richest and most influential regional musics of the world.