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Cuban Traditions Taking TikTok by Storm: "If I Don't Have a Hair Roller, I Use a Paper Roll"

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 by Ernesto Alvarez

Niurki, a Cuban living in the United States known as @niurki2107 on TikTok, has captured the attention of thousands with her video showcasing "uniquely Cuban" habits that, according to her, are not seen in other cultures. With a humorous approach, Niurki kicks off by saying, “I’m Cuban, and I always put important papers under the mattress.”

She continues to list daily practices that resonate with many Cubans: “I’m Cuban and if I don’t have a hair roller, I use a paper roll”; “I’m Cuban, and the pot with oil always smells wonderful”; “I’m Cuban, and of course, I dilute detergent with water”; “I’m Cuban, and I always like to have a cucumber water bottle to make ice in the freezer”; and “I’m Cuban, and naturally, I keep all the plastic bags.”

Global Resonance of Cuban Habits

The responses from her followers reveal a mix of surprise and connection, especially from Spanish users who identify with these customs despite cultural distances. Some even jest about “being Cuban without knowing it.” One user remarks, “I’m Spanish, and I do everything you do too,” while another jokes, “I’m Spanish and I’m beginning to doubt my nationality.” Another claims, “I’m Spanish and I do almost everything. In another life, I must have been Cuban.”

Reactions continue with comments like, “I just realized I’m not Spanish, I’m Cuban,” “You don’t have to be Cuban for that,” “Here in Spain, we do the same,” “I’m Spanish, but I just discovered I’m Cuban too,” “I’m Spanish and do the same, hahaha,” and “I think I was Cuban in another life.”

Cross-Cultural Reflections

Many users highlight how certain customs are not exclusive to Cuba but are reflected in various cultures. Comments such as “It’s not where you’re from, but the traditions you were taught” or “All Latinos do it” express the sentiment of a global audience that resonates with the nuances of Cuban culture, even if they are not originally from the island.

The conversation continues with more jokes about cultural identity: “I’m Spanish, and my wife and I share an apartment with a Cuban, and he does the same with the water” and “I thought I was Spanish, but it turns out I’m Cuban.”

Curiosity and Humor

Many take the opportunity to ask @niurki2107 about the specifics of certain customs, particularly the use of a paper roll instead of a hair roller, to which some respond with humor: “Explain it in a video.”

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