Cuban Rounds: Cookies, Not Communicators

Cuban Rounds are cookies. They do not have taste buds, vocal cords, telephone numbers, or the capacity for conversation. The question appears to be a playful category error — or a very creative personification.

What They Actually Are

• Cuban Rounds (or "Cuban Crackers"): Thin, crisp, slightly sweet wafer-like cookies — often anise-flavored. Brands: Goya, Iberia, Conchita. Sold in tins or cellophane. Popular with coffee, cheese (queso blanco), or as dessert base.
• Not to be confused with: Cuban cigars (hand-rolled tobacco), Cuban coffee (cafecito), or the Cuban Round (boxing term).

If You Want to Talk About Them

• Call Goya Foods: (201) 348-5900 (Jersey City HQ).
• Call Iberia Foods: (305) 887-3300 (Miami).
• Check Walmart.com, Amazon, Instacart for stock.

Enjoy your Cuban Rounds with café con leche. They’re delicious. They just won’t call you back.