Cuban Man Becomes Sensation with Homemade Cheese Tutorial

A TikTok video by a Cuban living in Florida has captured the interest of thousands, quickly becoming a viral sensation. Known on the platform as cuba82, this individual shares the traditional art of making homemade cheese from scratch, using simple techniques passed down through generations in Cuba.

The video provides a detailed, step-by-step guide on crafting artisanal cheese, from preparing the milk to achieving the final product. What started as a straightforward tutorial on making a traditional food item has sparked a torrent of reactions in the comments section.

The hashtag #quesocubano quickly gained popularity, igniting a debate among viewers. Some argue that the cheese made by cuba82 is a type of white cheese common in many countries, not exclusively Cuban. Others insist that since it was made by a Cuban, it ought to be considered "Cuban cheese," regardless of regional variations.

"Congratulations, brother, it's heartwarming to see you make Cuban cheese. My mother used to make it every day in our small town of Placetas, Villa Clara, where I grew up," shared one user. Another reminisced, "It's amazing, oh my God, especially with guava paste (timbitas)." A third added, "This is real cheese, the kind we had in Cuba made by the farmers, not the stuff sold here in stores."

With a growing follower base, cuba82 continues to post educational and entertaining content, such as how to make homemade yogurt, hatch chicks at home, maintain a water heater, and prepare rennet for cheese-making, along with the process of creating curd whey. His practical recipes and tips are winning over more fans every day.