Thanksgiving's festive spirit took over a group of Cuban employees at a Miami Walmart, where they decided to throw an impromptu celebration right in the store, capturing the lively essence of their island roots. The moment quickly gained traction on TikTok, thanks to Raynier (@raycuban21), one of the Cuban workers, who shared a video featuring them dancing to "Marca Mandarina," a track by Oniel Bebeshito and the late singer El Taiger.
Amidst laughter, dance, and high spirits, the employees gathered to enjoy a festive break, highlighted by this song, which has become an anthem for fans of Cuban urban music. This event is yet another testament to how the Cuban community holds onto its traditions and joy, even during work. It also underscores the cultural influence Cubans have in Miami, a city that has embraced these unique expressions as part of its own celebrations.
The event's footage swiftly went viral on social media, drawing a slew of appreciative comments about the Cubans' vibrant spirit. Some notable comments included: "Where a Cuban lands, boredom ends. When I go to a party here, no one dances, and when I let loose, they just stare"; "Blessings to that team. I also work at a Walmart, but here everyone is American, nothing like that, uffffffffff"; "What a good envy. My colleagues at 1118 would never dance like that. Pure English, happy day to everyone"; "Cuba is great, proud to be Cuban"; "Cubans are on another level, no one and nothing will change us" or "I work at a Walmart, everyone is American, and there are four Cubans, but I spend my time singing and dancing."
Thanksgiving is a holiday that, while not originally part of Cuban tradition, has been embraced by many Cuban emigrants as an opportunity to give thanks and share with family. This year, for these Cubans, it was also a chance to celebrate with music and dance, bringing a taste of island flair to the heart of Miami.
Without a doubt, it's another example of how Cubans always find a way to stand out and, most importantly, enjoy life.