Many of you know that my Mother Martha, is an instrumental part of all the dishes that we serve, for they are her recipes. She is eighty four years old and I find myself cherishing our time together even more and from a distance watch her move about, doing everything she can to help me. Mom, I want you to know that the mundane tasks that were sometimes taken for granted, reinforced the platform, the essence of what made me feel safe in this world.

All my accomplishments would not have materialized had I not believed in myself first. You pushed me to do so. You always believed and still believe in me.

You came to an unknown country literally fleeing for your life and that of your family. You stood strong against adversity, never gave up and helped my father, your husband regain his self worth. You always held your head up high and told me that dignity is the one thing that on one can take away from you.

When the day comes that time parts us, I hope that you will reach across the eternal bridge and let me feel you presence. For all that is, your presence in my life, i will always be most thankful. I love you Mom.

Havana Road News

Chef Marta Quintana will be visiting Mercy High School, were she will have the opportunity to meet with about twenty Latina girls from all countries. A mentoring program is on the way. Through the summer, Marta will meet with the parents of these girls to discuss, cultures, raising teenagers in a different country and culture and bringing together the best of both worlds.

Havana Road is set to take  five Mojo Sauces to market. Mango Lime Mojo- Mojo Bar-B -q- Sauce, Herb Mojo, Mango-Coconut Mojo. We will me meeting with Whole Foods June 2nd, More to come later on this topic.

Fresh Pack---WHEN??? Soon, we are working on the last recipes, then costing then to market. We will keep you posted!

On the Summer Menu Front, we report this. New lighter fare for our summer menu and more dessert options! We will also have more Vegan and Vegetarian options. Cuban cuisine always had these--we just didn't know them as such!!

Kudos to all Havana Road staff who kicked butt Saturday night. Thank you guys!! You ROCKED! Thank you to our diners who came in in spite of the rain--YOU TOTALLY ROCK!! Thank you!

Havana Road Bathroom Art. STOP by and see our bathroom this week. Ashley, a local Towson University artist should complete our Bathroom Art this week:)

Join us for Happy Hour Thursday and Friday as we celebrate the anniversary of Jose Marti's death May 19th and the Cuba's Independence from Spain may 20th. Complimentary Cuba Libres! Que viva Cuba Libre! Have an awesome day! See you at Havana Road:) Chef Marta