La Casa del Gelato

Havana


One of a small number of privately run ice-cream makers in Havana, this was one of the first in on the act and it's still one of the best. Unlike those closer to the city center, it has plenty of seating inside and out and, in addition to a rich array of flavors, sells cakes, sandwiches and Nespresso coffee.


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