We got news of our friend Chen Lizra’s new book, My Seductive Cuba. Chen lives in Vancouver.
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The book became a bestseller the first week it came out!
Here is the site where people can read excerpts: http://www.myseductivecuba.com/
We are launching a site in two weeks which will blow your mind away.
You can buy the book on:
Amazon US http://www.amazon.com/My-Seductive-Cuba-Chen-Lizra/dp/0986891002/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1313774879&sr=8-1 – check out the amazing reviews!
Amazon CA http://www.amazon.ca/My-Seductive-Cuba-Chen-Lizra/dp/B005EYYOUY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1313774901&sr=8-1
Amazon UK http://www.amazon.co.uk/My-Seductive-Cuba-Chen-Lizra/dp/0986891002/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1313774924&sr=8-1
Also… in selected stores in Vancouver.
The book will be coming out in Kindle and iTunes versions very soon. We will update on our site.
Book synopsis:
Enough books have been written about Cuba to fill an entire library, but few take the approach Chen Lizra does with “My Seductive Cuba.” Deeply personal and always engaging, Lizra – an Israeli-born dance instructor and entrepreneur now living in Canada – fuses history and politics with her real-life experiences among the people of this often-visited but little-understood island.
The result is a moving portrayal of Cuba on the verge of historic change. Packed with practical information on where to go in Cuba, what to pack and the best ways to get there, “My Seductive Cuba” also helps readers ferret out persistent opportunists while finding Havana’s best reggaetón, flamenco, jazz and salsa clubs.
A glossary of Cuban slang and a description of the Santería religion – along with a vivid chapter titled “Getting Possessed” – makes Lizra’s humorous travel guide even more compelling. This is one book you won’t want to be without, even if you don’t plan on going anywhere!
from Chen Lizra – BBA
More below the fold:
Read more…
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Reminder – LEONI coming THIS FRIDAY:
He rose to fame during his seven years as lead singer and songwriter for Cuba’s foremost timba band Charanga Habanera, now Leoni Torres is even more popular as a solo artist making waves on the crest of Latin pop.
With the success of Leoni’s first CD, Bajo la Piel (Under the Skin), he is fast becoming an international star. Seven of the albums’ tracks rapidly found their way onto the top of the charts in Cuba, and also were successful on the charts of many radio stations throughout Latin American. ‘Bajo La Piel’ reveals Leoni’s interpretative versatility, great potential for pop and his taste for ballads.
The CD also displays elements of thematic balance and musical diversity with Torres? openness to other composers, including Edgar Rodríguez, Osmani Collado and Polito Ibañez.
Door time: 8:30 pm
Dance Lesson: 9pm (One of the cities most popular dance classes by some the hottest dance schools in TO, no partner necessary guaranteed good time!)
Band: 10PM
Admission: $15
Dinner and show package: $49 includes cover, dance lesson, show and 3 course dinner.
Reserve: 416-588-0307 or reserve@lula.ca
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Place:Epic Lounge,
1355 St. Clair W @Landsdowne
Toronto
Iya Ire is back with their Sunday rumbas on St. Clair! Come join us as we continue the Cuban tradition of closing out the week with a buena rumba!
Iya Ire is Toronto’s only regularly performing Afro-Cuban performance group but we need all of YOU to come out and support us in order to keep things going!
Cover is only $5 for 4 full hours of intense Afro-Cuban percussion and dance.
Traen guaguancó, columbia, Abakuá, batá- y si no bailas con esto, no bailas con na’!!!
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Place:
Epic Lounge,
1355 St. Clair W @Landsdowne
Toronto
Iya Ire is back with their Sunday rumbas on St. Clair! Come join us as we continue the Cuban tradition of closing out the week with a buena rumba!
Iya Ire is Toronto’s only regularly performing Afro-Cuban performance group but we need all of YOU to come out and support us in order to keep things going!
Cover is only $5 for 4 full hours of intense Afro-Cuban percussion and dance.
Traen guaguancó, columbia, Abakuá, batá- y si no bailas con esto, no bailas con na’!!!
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Casineros Unidos presents…
HAVANA NIGHTS PATIO SALSA PARTY!!! – COME ENJOY OUR LAST PATIO PARTY OF THE SUMMER BEFORE WE TAKE THE PARTY INDOORS!
Combine the best of outdoor patio fun with the hottest SALSA dancing in the city at the beautiful PALMS PATIO in the heart of downtown Toronto. Enjoy:
- Summertime drink specials for $4.50
- Toronto’s best, DJ BERNAL will be playing all your favourite tracks including the best in salsa, timba, reggaeton and more.
- Complimentary lesson at 5PM!!!
DATE/TIME: Sunday, September 18th, 2011, 5PM-11PM
LOCATION: Palms Patio, 291 Richmond Street West (and Peter) – Rooftop, Toronto, ON
COVER:$7
Info:
havananights.TO@gmail.com
facebook.com/havananights.to
Havananights-toronto.blogspot.com
palmspatioclub.com
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Denzil has Cuban parents Julio and Maylin, and is growing up in Toronto. He’s 5 and so is the Manifesto festival… and he is the first face posted to promote the festival.
Telmary shows up at Wombmanifesto day Sep 18, on the panel and entertaining.
at Revival – 783 College Street W (College and Ossington)
Doors at 12pm for Workshops and Panels
1pm – 6pm | All Ages
Doors at 7:30pm for Showcase
7:30pm – 10:30pm | All Ages
$10 advance, $15 door (Showcase)
Ogguere is featured in Live at the Square, free music at Dundas Square Sep 25, continuous music from Noon til 11 pm.
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Pueblito Canada Salsa Extravaganza
Join us for a silent auction, raffle and door prizes, dancing, salsa lessons, live music and more!
Tickets can be purchased for $20 in advance or for $25 at the door with proceeds going towards Pueblito’s programs in Latin American countries. Festivities begin at 8pm. Reservations for dinner (not included in the ticket price) can be made with Lula Lounge for 7pm or later. Reservations guarantee seating. Reserve at 416-588-0307 or www.lula.ca.
Pueblito Canada Pueblito Canada is an international development agency dedicated to improving the lives of children in Latin America. For almost 35 years Pueblito has been helping children in Latin America by strengthening communities, safe-guarding rights, and providing the essentials for education, nutrition, and health. Working in partnership with local non-governmental organizations, Pueblito provides capacity building and financial assistance to develop culturally appropriate, innovative programs that benefit children and youth directly. Our programs involve and mobilize the family and community to ensure sustainability.
Door time: 6:30 pm
Live Music: 8:00 pm
Admission: $20 in advance $25 at the door
Purchase advance tickets here
Reserve: 416-588-0307 or reserve@lula.ca
GREEN P PARKING (just a short walk from Lula)
click here to see the map
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Non-Cuban business here… received by the webmaster … just in case somebody is interested
Seeking Latinos for Commercial!
Morgan Casting is looking for Latino Men & Women & Kids for a major US Department Store Commercial!
Adults ages 30 up to 55 years, or look to be. Kids are 5 to 10 years of age or look to be.
Open to faces all Hispanic peoples & Latin American nations + those of Mediterranean/ Euro--Latin background (Italians, Portuguese, Brazilians, Serbians, Greeks, etc. etc. etc.) Commercial will run for 3 months in the US & Puerto Rico, thus want to reflect that general audience and pass as “Hispanic/Latino” generally speaking!
MUST BE NON--UNION! Seeking healthy, active and attractive types! Casting real people! No acting experience needed!! If chosen to shoot the commercial: $2500.00 /adult & $1700.00 /kid ! If interested or you know of anyone please let us know ASAP! Casting: Thursday, Sept. 16th downtown Toronto. Shoot is one day, Sept. 28th or 29th!
What to do: Email a few pics to: morgancasting@gmail.com or matthew@morgancasting.com Kindly include your name, age, best contact number/s and ethnic background. Please spread the word to your family & friends! A wonderful opportunity. Beautifully shot commercial! Please note there is no remuneration for an audition & one must be legal to work in Canada in order to be considered. Thanks so much! Time is of the essence!!! We look forward to hearing from you! Morgan Casting Morgan Casting Inc. ~ 25 Liberty St. Unit 301 ~ Toronto, ON M5S1R8 ~ 416.203.8853 ~ www.morgancasting.com
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One of TO’s great NEW bad-ass Cuban bands, these guys grab the crowd and make them dance!
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from gadJet:
We are hosting Cuban/House Producer Antonio Ocasio this Friday at the El Macambo Dance Studio which also includes a dance demo from Dance Migration.
- El Mocambo Dance Studio
- 464 Spadina Ave (2nd floor)
- 9 p.m.
In support of Serving Charity Soup Kitchen.
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