A seemingly Cuban family was caught watching the TV show "Tras La Huella," which is broadcast in Cuba. "Here I am at a bus stop in Hialeah, watching 'Tras La Huella'," wrote the user from the profile concubatv on the social media platform TikTok, along with a video showing the television airing a chapter of the Cuban crime series.
Recently, a Latin community account on TikTok identified Hialeah as the most Cuban city in the United States. The city is noted for its culinary offerings and the resemblance of its houses to those in Cuba, they said.
A few months ago, YouTuber Eloy Travel Vlogs highlighted in one of his videos how residents perceive the city of Hialeah and showcased the iconic places of this community. Among the benefits of Florida's fifth-largest city, he mentioned economic development, the welcoming of Cubans, and the rental and purchase of homes.
It is estimated that around 80,000 Cubans have arrived in the past two years alone, although there are no official figures. This phenomenon has been assessed by city authorities to evaluate its impact and to determine the resources available or needed from the federal government to address the massive influx of people.
Understanding Hialeah's Cuban Community and "Tras La Huella"
Here are some common questions and answers that provide further insight into the Cuban community in Hialeah and the popularity of the TV show "Tras La Huella".
What is the TV show "Tras La Huella" about?
"Tras La Huella" is a Cuban crime series that depicts various criminal cases and the efforts of law enforcement to solve them.
Why is Hialeah considered the most Cuban city in the United States?
Hialeah is considered the most Cuban city in the United States due to its large Cuban population, cultural resemblance to Cuba, and abundant Cuban culinary offerings.
How has the influx of Cubans impacted Hialeah?
The arrival of around 80,000 Cubans in the last two years has led city authorities to assess the impact on resources and seek federal assistance to manage the influx.