Cubans Try LOBSTER for First Time EVER - Illegal in Cuba! 

Fun fact: In Cuba, there is a ration book the government gives each citizen for their food rations (you can buy more food in the markets without the ration book) but there used to be FISH in there... slowly but surely they have reduced all the food rations and fish is no longer given. Cubans make a joke saying "pollo por pescado" (chicken for fish) as a way to complain about things you cant get. Please LIKE and SHARE! We cant grow to show more people our message without that. It helps the algorithm.

To Yoel, I am a Native American Indian, and I feel so proud when you say anything is possible in America if you want it. The way you,love,respect and care about my native home land makes me so proud and make me cry too. So many young Americans hate my county and want to have Rules as in Cuba. Thank you again for warming my heart.

Sometimes I see the conflict in his face. He's sitting in America eating a lobster and all the while his heart is breaking for his fellow countrymen who may never know these simple pleasures. God bless you both. ❤

Joel & Mari I came from Cuba almost 56 years ago and can remember walking in a supermarket with my parent and was shocked when I saw all food on the shelves that I’ve never seen in my young little life back then. I thank God that my parents were able to get out of that hell we lived even back in the 60’s in Cuba. Thank you Lord Jesus for bringing us to this great land the USA, land that I love, my home sweet home!!God bless the USA!!🙏🏻✝️

I'm a 41 year old, white male, in the US. And I ugly cry during almost every one of these videos. Partially because of the joy on Yoel's face, and partially due to realizing how much I (and we) take for granted. Much love to you both. Please keep creating and sharing. This is the type of content America NEEDS to see!

You are not just showing Yoel the wonders we enjoy/take for granted. We need to appreciate all we have and you guys are helping us realize what we are blessed to have.

Yoel, perfect reaction! I had a friend from the UK who visited me and she'd never had lobster. She sat down, took a bite and went silent. Then she proceeded to pick up her plate and walk away from the table. I asked where she was going and her response was " I have to be alone while I eat this". True story.

My heart goes out to the people of Cuba

i never even cried at my own fathers funeral, but when yoel tried the lobster for the first time, and dipped it in butter and said WOW, telling us how its illegal to eat in cuba and he got emotional, i burst into tears like a little girl

There are literally BILLIONS of people that can’t have the experience you just had... thank you for reminding people how precious it is.

Yoel's English is getting better and better, he must be practicing speaking English pretty regularly It's pretty crazy that fishing for lobster is illegal in Cuba

The first couple of bites I was like 'the butter Yoel, try it with the butter." And then he did. Yes!! You are such an inspiration, and make me so much more proud to be an American!!!

I was surprised to find out on my 2016 trip to Cuba that lobster was for “tourists” only. Thank you, Yoel and Mari, for spreading awareness of the issues with the Cuban government and for being an inspiration to so many people who currently live in or came from countries where certain “freedoms” we American’s take for granted are non-existent. I am a native-born San Franciscan living in California, and my trip to Cuba in 2016 was a very humbling and eye-opening experience. Keep up the great work and God bless you both!

I love these videos, so many Americans don't realize that we are blessed to be born in such a great country

Yoels English is really coming along. I'm super happy for you guys. Furthermore, I want to personally thank you for documenting and sharing your experiences. I show these videos to my kids. Rather you are aware or not, you teach people just how much they/we have to be thankful for. 😊👍

You two are the cutest couple. My prayers are with the Cuban people that soon they will know true freedom. I have Cuban friends and they have told me what life is like there. The Cuban people deserve so much better ❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

His eyes when he took a bite...can't fake that. Made me smile to see such happiness from something we take for granted and something so simple. Salutes.

I love to see the look on his face when he tries something new. I get just as excited watching him try new things as he does trying them. Pretty cool to see

Such a simple yet true statement: "anything is possible in America". God bless you my brother from another mother!

3:34 - that statement from Yoel fills my heart with joy. I can't express how happy I am that my country got such a DESERVING couple. I sincerely wish you both the best that America and freedom has to offer.

So many young Americans are so spoiled. They never seen a war, they get everything for free easy come easy go. Im so proud of this country and so thankful that you, and others like you love it here. Welcome to the United States my friend.

I LOVE this channel. So many Americans take everything for granted and have been brainwashed into believing insane things about this country. I am honored to stand side by side with you as Americans. Keep up the great work!

All these video's are awesome. So glad he is in the states and able to enjoy everything we take for granted. Never met a Cuban I didn't like. Full of life. I'm so sorry that Cuba is still held in the grips of a dictatorship. One day I hope to live to see it's freedom and see that beautiful country spring back to life and equality.

To you both, I am a Southern American woman. I love the two of you. I love what you do. Yoel I feel your pain when you feel your sadness for your fellow Cubans who cannot experience what you are able to. Such as when you left the grocery store. Sometimes I have a hard time eating and sleeping because I know there are so many that are without. I don't take anything for granted. I wish and hope Cuba can be free one day and we can all visit one another. I would LOVE to visit 🇨🇺 Cuba. You and your lovely wife are wonderful people and I enjoy your channel. I can't afford to donate as I am on a fixed income. I will continue to watch and share . Thank you again. FREE CUBA!!!!!!

My goal in life is to be able to say, "Oh no; not lobster again." Love your videos and the appreciation you have for our country. It's very inspiring.

I am so happy for Yoel. I myself am deathly allergic to shellfish so I will never know what lobster tastes like. I vicariously enjoyed it through him. Here's to many more wonderful new experiences to come.

We need to raise enough money for them to go to las vegas, and try either the Bacchanal or the Wicked Spoon Buffet. It will BLOW HIS MIND!

When Yoel says we live in the best country where anything is possible, brings me to tears. My grandparents came here after the holocaust, and I am proof of what he says. He truly understands our country better than most people here

This is amazing to learn of what life is like in Cuba. My heart is broken. Thank you for sharing this and making us aware. We love you both.

This is such a common food here. I have friends that fish lobster 5 minutes from where I live. Fresh lobster right out of the ocean is so good.

Yoel and mari love you guys! I am filled with love as an African from Ghana when I see people love and care for this great country. Blessed that I can see another perspective through your eyes. Much love!

You guys make me appreciate so much what we take for granted here in the USA...thank you💋

So great to see this; and I’m so glad that Yoel enjoyed it. As far as lobsters are concerned, I’m a little spoiled, being from New England where there’s a live lobster tank in nearly every grocery store. One year (not too long ago), the lobster population was so good that you could get one at the store for about $6.00. The restaurant only gave Yoel a shell cracker, but I’ve found that kitchen shears are a lot more effective. You can cut down the length of the tail, and pull the whole tail meat out in one piece. Also, don’t forget about the little “feathers” at the end of the tail; there’s some nice meat in there as well. I think my favorite part is the “elbows” behind the claws. I love to make lobster rolls in the summer; I make them such that every sandwich has a whole lobster worth of meat in it, and I leave the claws in one piece to put on top to make it look pretty.

Yoel, I love your open and honest reactions, they are so refreshing. In the opening as you looked at the lobsters you said it was illegal in your country, I'd like to think of USA as your country now and that Cuba was were you once lived. Never forget your heritage but you're one of us now !!! As a scuba diver here in NJ we dive for lobster and pick them up for free, if we get lucky LOL

I'm curious! I was not aware it was illegal for Cubans to eat lobster. When my husband and I were visiting Cuba we ate in a local restaurant (not a resort) We ordered an had the best lobster of our lives there. Now I feel bad that I ate and enjoyed something Cubans are not allowed.

You both are so refreshing to watch. I love Yoel's love for life and his heritage, and how you've helped spark a light in his perspective. It is immeasurable.

I honestly had no clue that Cuba has such restrictions and it breaks my heart! I'm so happy that you are able to have something that you have always wanted and I pray that your country will get the same right, but just seeing your face made me cry, I hope that you are able to have many more amazing experiences and I can't thank you enough for sharing. It made me subscribe right away just seeing how happy you were to try this dish and I really hope that more of your people get this freedom. Thank you so very much for sharing your experience ❤😊❤😊👍👍

Was just sitting here deciding what to get for lunch, and I'm inspired to order a lobster roll. Yoel's reaction will make me appreciate it even more than usual. Thanks, Yoel!

Yoels english is magnifico! Really enjoy experiencing everything thru his eyes. Ty. Mari if u haven't taken him to a buffet or smorgasbord yet, please do so soon! I think I speak for all of us subscribers when I say we would cherish his reaction. 🤟

Thank you guys for this video, most of us born here take our freedom for granted a lot . These videos make me appreciate it more💯💪🏾thank you! 🇵🇷🇺🇸🇨🇺

This is one of my favorite videos of the two of you. I grew up in Rhode Island and ate so much lobster that I got sick of it by mid summer. It's wonderful to see Yoel love a REAL New England lobster, big claws and all. The price of lobster in New England is rarely expensive because it's caught locally. . I ate it more than chicken or hot dogs in the summer. Happy for the love in your bellies!

It warms my heart to see genuine appreciation. We, as a nation, are blessed to have you here. Be Blessed.

You guys are awesome. I'm so glad Yoel is able to experience things he never had before here in the land of opportunity. Watching these videos really makes me take a step back and realize how good I've had it all my life. It makes my heart hurt for the people of Cuba. Also the people in Ukraine right now. Being an American, I can't even begin to imagine how terrible it is to be fighting an occupying force in your home country. But seeing people like yoel who's spreading awareness about Cuba and civilians in Ukraine literally fighting for their homeland I think has made me a more caring and informed person so I thank you for that.

I am binging on your videos. You two are such a cute couple, even going back to the way you met. My wife is of Spanish, Cuban and Mexican descent, so I can pick up some of the Spanish when Yoel slows down, ha ha. I have also spent time in Asia and Africa, and unlike too many of my countrymen, I realize just how lucky we are to be living here, even with our own (mostly self-made) problems. I love seeing the joy and emotions on your faces as Yoel experiences things not possible in Cuba, but also how Mari shares in it. If I was still in San Diego I would have loved to drive you to San Diego to eat at my favorite seafood restaurant. (I used to work on a project in Yuma, so not that far away.) God bless you both. I lived in Miami shortly after the revolution, so there were a lot of Cubans who fled Castro. I pray, as you both do, that one day Come ba will be free from the scourge of Communism and the talents of the Cuban people can be allowed to flourish once more.

Watching your channel is good reminder to myself to appreciate all the little things I have, even though I suffer everyday in chronic pain.....

It makes me sad seeing you have all of these wonderful new experiences and not be able to enjoy them without that sadness in the back of your mind. I hope all Cubans have these same opportunities one day.

I was happy and sad at the same time just like Yoel. I can feel the excitement in their reactions.

I'm so glad you're enjoying and appreciating things that "normal" Americans take for granted and no longer appreciate. Love watching your expression when you see or try something new. I see it all through fresh eyes through you - thank you both! BTW, if you make find yourselves in the Northeast part of the US, my family vacationed in New Hampshire and Maine and lobsters were $9.99. Ate so much lobster on that trip!! Which was a good thing really because my husband is now allergic to lobster ands shrimp - yikes!!

Unity and love for others creates smiles like this...

It's amazing what we as Americans take for granted when you see the things this man never saw or had before🙏

Warms my heart that he’s able to experience and genuinely appreciate what so many take for granted. Love these videos If you’re ever in Southern California you must check out San Pedro Fish Market

The sheer joy on Yoel’s facing when eating lobster is absolutely beautiful. I’m so happy you both were able to experience Red Lobster! I love it too! Thank you for sharing your experience with the rest of us ❤️

I love seeing this so much. Someone truly appreciating and loving the freedom we have in this country that so many others take for granted far too much. I’m glad you’re here and you get to have these freedoms!

It used to be the case in the Maritime provinces of Canada that, if you were cooking lobster you closed the windows of your house, because you didn't want the neighbors to know that you were poor :-) Rich people ate beef and pork and only if you had no money, would you eat a lobster.

So amazing to watch. If you make a trip up to Maine someday be sure to have lobster here. They are even more amazing fresh off the boat. Bless you both, and happy journies. Its so wonderful to watch the two of you.

You guys are the Best! Yoel, you're doing so well in your English, congrats to you. I love watching all your "firsts" on here, watching everything threw your eyes is so heartwarming!

Lobster has always been my family's favorite food. I cannot imagine living without seafood and lobster. I know how spoiled that sounds, but I did grow up by the ocean; fishing, and digging clams. I am wishing the two of you a lobster a year for the rest of your lives!

Yoel: Wow, this place is amazing, they have lobsters available to order! Red Lobster: You’re just in time for our 10 for $10 special. If you can eat 10 lobster dishes your total will be $10.

There's an all-you-can-eat lobster buffet at the Yaamava Casino in Southern California. Fabulous!

I really love this channel. It makes me smile to see Yoel get to experience things he never would be able to in his home country, and it also lets me reflect on how extremely lucky I am to live somewhere that allows me so many opportunities. Thank you.

Awww! This was so sweet! I love seeing things through this lens. Thank you for reminding me to stay grateful for God’s gifts. Just found this channel and about to binge several more, you guys are great! ☺️✌🏼

I'm once more emotional watching your videos ♥ That lobster looked delicious, I'm American and have never had any lol. Shocking I know, but it looked really good, I want to try crab too. I loved how you both melted from the yummy taste haha.

If you haven't been there yet...take him to The Cheesecake Factory! Id love to see his face there.

I love your videos. You two deserve all the greatness life has to offer. Keep up the great work!

Many years ago we lived in New England, a few blocks from the sea. In the mornings I would take a cup of coffee and walk to the dock where the lobster boats came in. I would buy 4 to 5 lobsters, right from the boat, for $2.50 each!!!🥰👍👍👍 They were cheaper than Hamburger then! To think that these are FORBIDDEN in Cuba is CRAZY!!!😳😳😳 A natural resource...fish and lobster...that Anyone should be able to catch and Eat!!! I'm SO SORRY that people must live This Way!😖😖😫😥 It's TERRIBLE!!!!😠😡🤬🤬🤬

Great video. I remember my first experience with lobster as well but it wasn't as good as Yoel's. The bread you ate was a bisquit. Pronounced BIS-kit. They can be a vehicle for many things. Honey or jelly or jam with butter, they can be made as cinnamon rolls, and a very popular dish called bisquits and gravy. Have you tried Cinnabon brand cinnamon rolls? Have to eat those warm. Mall food courts usually have this. Or an Italian beef sandwich? It's a generous portion of thinly sliced seasoned beef in a six inch hard roll. Make sure you get a cup of the beef juice to the dip the sandwich into if they haven't already doused a ladlefull all over it. Choice of toppings are melted mozzarella, cooked sweet green peppers, or Italian pickled vegetables. Can be messy but Sooo good! Keep the vids coming!

I just discovered this channel. I am SO HAPPY that this man found freedom and is now enjoying his life and the spoils of freedom. It also helps me put into perspective the privileges that I take for granted.

Congrats on getting to try all of these wonderful foods and experiences I wish more people who live here now felt the same way you do about this country Thank You

Thank you for appreciating the USA so much. Many Americans don’t understand how fortunate we are to have basic freedoms. Enjoy your freedom’s here.

Que delicia!! I love their biscuits ♥️ Saludos

I live in New England and there were days that I have lobster for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Lobster grill cheese for breakfast. Lobster roll for lunch and boiled lobster dinner. Heaven.

It makes me laugh so much, because I adore food and this channel- the joy is just so relatable. So lovely! 🎉🎉🎉

That's wild, I can't believe it's illegal. I'm sure there is some serious black market going on there.

The price of lobster keeps going up right now. I mean seriously it was super cheap a year ago now its expensive. Spiny lobster is actually considered a Trash fish and no one wants it so except maybe florida. i do like a spiny lobster. Everyone wants Maine Lobster for some reason. Spiny Lobster is so cheap but Maine lobster is expensive.

Always so much fun to watch you two kids experience what we take for granted every day.

I love you guys so much. Thank you for sharing your journey. Im so glad that a kind soul like yoel can be free to experience these things that he was unable to for so long. This channel is surreal and it paints a picture that somewhat makes me ashamed. As americans, we take [everything] for granted. Thank you so much for showing me your point of view and expanding my world view. Every time you take a step back, you see a bigger piece of the full picture. Bless you both, patria y vida ✊️

Here's an idea. The USA and Cuba can be actual trading partners. The Americans that wants Socialism can be traded with Cubans that hates it and wants to leave Socialism.....a 50/50 swap🤔 Great video as always♥️

I've always appreciated living in America, but Yoel definitely makes me appreciate what we have even more! I'm glad Yoel is able to live out his dreams, even if it's not in his home country, tho I wish the best for the Cuban people!

Thank you for your videos. As someone born here, we take it for granted and watching Yoel's reactions just make me stop and think about how lucky we really are!

The joy on his face is humbling.. Love this..

Ahhh, Yoel you never fail to touch my heart with you gratitude and genuine joy in exploring the gifts that so many of us in the US take for granted. I pray God continues to bless you and Lia, and all the people of Cuba with the hunger for freedom.

Just found you guys and can’t stop watching! Your editing is incredible btw! Amazing job! Best wishes for you guys 💕

We all love you and your journey. Proud and humble you both are so amazing, thanks for making America better for everyone with your smiles and kindness.

Thanks you for sharing this with us. Watching these videos makes me laugh every time and appreciate what we have here in America

So happy for him!!!! Love to see the appreciation he has. I wish most Americans had half of his appreciation. Rooting for you

Wow this video had me in tears. Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii and to see him enjoy something we get so easily. God bless you.

Your comments and experiences remind me how lucky we are to live in the USA. Thank you for keeping me grounded.

Yoel !!! I have watched all the videos since the beginning. Your progress in learning and adopting the English Language is amazing. Bravo !!!

My mothers side of the family is Cuban. They left Cuba after the Revolution. I go to Cuba at least 3 times a year. Yes, some of my money goes to the Government and for that I feel anger/sadness. But I also spend money and tip on things that go directly in the pockets of Cubans. It isn't even a speck of what is needed there but it's something and i'm so happy to give to the people we come across. I never thought that travel to Cuba would ever happen....now I dream of a time when the US/Cuba come together and build something for a better future for ALL.

I hope these videos show people that were born here and don't know better, how lucky we are. Love and Thanks, Mandy

Happy you got to enjoy it friend! You make me appreciate it so much more! Cheers!

Glad to see Yoel's becoming more confident with his english, i love it.

Raul is a gem of a human being. His emotions are so honest and pure.

Red Lobster is the one restaurant that I could close my eyes, point to the menu, and I would eat whatever I picked. Love everything there

You 2 are so adorable. It's so nice to see people enjoying life and constantly complaining. Live, love, laugh, a lot! Lots of love from Indiana ❤

I love watching Yoel try new foods. The looks on his face are epic and his comments are great.

On one hand, I'm without words at what you and the Cuban people have lived with in Cuba. The other hand, you make me feel blessed to live in the best country in the world Enjoy my friend. God Bless

As an American, I watch your videos and smile at all of the small things that you appreciate. We are used to these things and forget that there are people elsewhere in the world who can't experience what we can here. We, as Americans, must protect what we have and also strive to be more. Good intentions being sent your way.

It can be sad watching these videos sometimes because everything is bittersweet. The excitement and enjoyment of seeing new places and sampling new foods, and then the let-down of knowing family and friends in Cuba cannot share the experience. My sadness is overtaken, however, because watching Yoel also makes me feel grateful that I have all the freedoms he is coming to know, and happy that he is finally able to not only enjoy the experiences but express himself about what it means to him. To your continued success and happiness!

You said in the beginning “In my country this is illegal” no sir in your country you are free. You can eat lobster because you are an American sir. Whether it’s official with the government or not, you are an American. And we are glad to have you as one of us. I’m so proud of your English. That’s the key brother. As long as you follow the laws, learn English and work hard… brother you can prosper beyond your wildest dreams here. You can eat steak and lobster every single day. God bless you. If y’all are ever in central Texas reach out.