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If you’re looking to relax and smoke cigars for an evening, check out Crooked Star (202 Ossington Ave.) which will have an authentic Cuban cigar lounge for patrons to enjoy.
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Listen to live Cuban music by strolling musicians Cassava Latin Duo featuring Adis Rodriguez (7 p.m. to 11 p.m.) while you enjoy dinner at Julie’s Cuban Restaurant and Bar (202 Dovercourt Rd.).
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Cuban photographer Alejandro González, will show his work in North America for the first time during the festival with an exhibit at Oz Studio (134 Ossington Ave). González’s photos feature striking portraits of young, independent, socially active Cubans, and will be on display throughout the weekend.
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From 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., party goers looking to get the festival started should head over to Reposado (136 Ossington Ave) for a Cuban-themed performance by the Reposado house band. While there, check out the cigar lounge on the back patio (9 p.m. to 12 a.m.) featuring authentic Cuban cigar-rolling demonstrations.
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During the festival, local graffiti artist/urban designer Angel Carrillo will be painting a large Cuban-inspired mural on the north wall outside of LeVack Block (88 Ossington Ave.).
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The combination of original words and music, a stellar band and her own superb vocal abilities make Eliana Cuevas an artist to both appreciate and watch out for more of.
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Cuban lunch from 11:30am – 3:00pm
Cuban Prix Fixe Dinner 3 courses: Appetizer, main
and dessert: $35 from 6:00pm - closing
See acclaimed Cuban musician, Fredy Suarez, busking outside of various locations on Ossington. From 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
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Funkete Party with Dos Mundos Sound Crew will be bringing modern Latin American music to the masses at The Painted Lady (218 Ossington Ave.) with a live performance starting at 10 p.m. Party goers can give their dancing shoes a break in between with a cigar in the Cuban cigar lounge from 9:00p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
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Catch some authentic Cuban Cinema - Eso Que Anda presented by the Cuban Canadian Friendship Association at Lower Ossington Theatre (100 Ossington Ave.) at 8 p.m.
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Catch some live Cuban music with Havana-born Evaristo Machado. Listen as the singer-songwriter mixes original music with traditional Cuban sounds at Sweaty Betty’s (13 Ossington Ave) show starts at 8:30 p.m.
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Well known for their weekly Cuban parties in Toronto, Son Aché will be performing their signature upbeat Latin dance music at Watusi (110 Ossington Ave.). Show starts at 11 p.m. For the cigar aficionados out there, there will be authentic Cuban cigar-rolling demonstrations in the cigar lounge from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.
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Check out one Toronto’s top house music DJ’s, DJ Jason Palma at LeVack Block (88 Ossington Ave.), as he spins alongside DJ General Eclectic best known for his popular UMA parties at the Gladstone. Their sets will be accompanied by live percussionists, Soul Drums and begins at 9 p.m.
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Reposado (136 Ossington Ave) will be featuring another Cuban-themed performance by the Reposado house band from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
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Check out a real rumba party at The Ossington (61 Ossington Ave.) with IYÁ IRÉ Dance Company and the Latinada Band from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. In between performances, DJ Paul E Lopes will be spinning Latin-Funk to keep you in the groove in the front room.
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DJ Alexis D’Boys, who has been spinning for Havana Cultura™ since the festival debuted, and DJ Bernal, best known for his salsa and timba music, will both be spinning sets from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
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The Cassava Latin Duo featuring Adis Rodriguez will once again be performing at Julie’s Cuban Restaurant and Bar (202 Dovercourt Rd.) from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
134 Ossington Ave., Toronto, Ontario Map It
http://www.ozstudios.ca
Cuban photographer Alejandro González, will show his work in North America for the first time during the festival with an exhibit at Oz Studio (134 Ossington Ave). González’s photos feature striking portraits of young, independent, socially active Cubans, and will be on display throughout the weekend.
88 Ossington Avenue, Toronto, ON Map It
http://www.levackblock.com/
During the festival, local graffiti artist/urban designer Angel Carrillo will be painting a large Cuban-inspired mural on the north wall outside of LeVack Block (88 Ossington Ave.).
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http://deluxrestaurant.ca
Cuban lunch from 11:30am – 3:00pm
Cuban Prix Fixe Dinner 3 courses: Appetizer, main
and dessert: $35 from 6:00pm - closing
218 Ossington Avenue, Toronto, ON Map It
http://thepaintedlady.ca/
Heavyweights Brass Band, Fritz of Art and Dancers. Show starts at 6:30 p.m. Expect a mix of Latin music, New Orleans funk and covers of popular favourites while ‘Chica Style’ dancers entertain from the bartop.
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Join the Havana Club Brand Ambassadors and learn about the origins of Cuban rum, the secrets of rum production and how to mix a few classic Cuban cocktails at a special Havana Club Master Class at LeVack Block (88 Ossington Ave.). Event runs from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Guests interested in attending must sign up http://www.havana-cultura.ca/masterclass.php.
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If you missed the performance Friday, make sure you head over to Crooked Star (202 Ossington Ave.) for an evening of live Latin music. Cuba’s own DJ Bernal, Toronto’s best known reggaeton DJ and DJ Alexis D’Boys who will both be spinning sets from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Cuban Cigar Lounge with rolling demonstrations from 8pm to 11pm. Cool off outside with a freshly rolled authentic Cuban cigar.
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Party like a Cuban with the Son Aché Trio, who will be performing their signature upbeat Latin dance music at The Ossington (61 Ossington Ave.) from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
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Well known for his Bump & Hustle parties, DJ Paul E Lopes is back again this year with the Simmer Down DJ Crew at LeVack Block (88 Ossington Ave.) to showcase their fresh blend of soul, funk and reggae. They’ll both be accompanied by Soul Drums who’ll provide live percussion throughout the sets. Show starts at 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
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Once again the undeniably authentic scent of Cuban cigars will waft throughout the back patio at Reposado Bar & Lounge (136 Ossington Ave.). The bar will boast a unique cigar lounge featuring authentic Cuban cigar-rolling demonstrations. Guests can also listen to the beats of DJ Jimmy Suave who is known for his tropical music style and a regular in the Latin nightclub scene (from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.).
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Headlining the Havana Cultura Festival once again, London’s renowned globetrotting DJ, producer, broadcaster and tastemaker, Gilles Peterson, will be spinning an exclusive set for fans at The Mod Club (722 College Street). Also performing is Edrey from Ogguere, Luiz Deniz Jazz Quartet, DJ General Eclectic and other Cuban talent. The show starts at 9 p.m. The price is $20, not including taxes.
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Relax to a blend of traditional and modern jazz piano as noted Cuban pianist Orlando Cardoso and his trio perform at Watusi (110 Ossington Ave.). Show starts at 11 p.m. http://www.myspace.com/orlandocardoso
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Catch some authentic Cuban Cinema - Lisanka presented by the Cuban Canadian Friendship Association at Lower Ossington Theatre (100 Ossington Ave.) at 8 p.m.
Acclaimed Cuban musician, Fredy Suarez, is back again, busking outside of various locations on Ossington. From 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
134 Ossington Ave., Toronto, Ontario Map It
http://www.ozstudios.ca
Cuban photographer Alejandro González, will show his work in North America for the first time during the festival with an exhibit at Oz Studio (134 Ossington Ave). González’s photos feature striking portraits of young, independent, socially active Cubans, and will be on display throughout the weekend.
88 Ossington Avenue, Toronto, ON Map It
http://www.levackblock.com/
During the festival, local graffiti artist/urban designer Angel Carrillo will be painting a large Cuban-inspired mural on the north wall outside of LeVack Block (88 Ossington Ave.).
92 Ossington Ave Toronto, Ontario Map It
http://deluxrestaurant.ca
Cuban lunch from 10:30am – 3:00pm
Cuban Prix Fixe Dinner 3 courses: Appetizer, main
and dessert: $35 from 6:00pm - closing
88 Ossington Avenue, Toronto, ON Map It
http://www.levackblock.com/
Check out the completed mural on the wall outside of LeVack Block (88 Ossington Ave.) by local graffiti artist/urban designer Angel Carrillo.
134 Ossington Ave., Toronto, Ontario Map It
http://www.ozstudios.ca
Cuban photographer Alejandro González, will show his work in North America for the first time during the festival with an exhibit at Oz Studio (134 Ossington Ave). González’s photos feature striking portraits of young, independent, socially active Cubans, and will be on display throughout the weekend.
92 Ossington Ave Toronto, Ontario Map It
http://deluxrestaurant.ca
Cuban lunch from 11:30am – 3:00pm
Cuban Prix Fixe Dinner 3 courses: Appetizer, main
and dessert: $35 from 6:00pm - closing
