The opening of a new online store to ship food, toiletries, household appliances, and a wide range of essential items to Cuba is a news.
According to a report published today by the OnCuba portal, through the new online store, Merkolanza, Cuban consumers can explore and purchase products in a variety of categories, from food and toiletries to household appliances and toys, with the guarantee of competitive prices and efficient delivery service.
Given the widespread shortage of essential goods in Cuba, this online store may be a welcome relief for many Cubans, especially those living abroad looking to send basic supplies to their families on the island, which is experiencing prolonged power outages, widespread food shortages, and skyrocketing inflation.
The store covers most of Cuba, with established distribution logistics in key provinces such as Havana, Artemisa, Mayabeque, Pinar del Río, Matanzas, Ciego de Ávila, Las Tunas, Holguín, and Santiago de Cuba.
How to buy online to send to Cuba with Merkolanza?
The purchasing process at MERKOLANZA is simple and completely online. It's very similar to shopping on Amazon or other online stores.
Customers select the desired products, add them to their cart, and proceed to checkout through the website, with the option to choose from different shipping methods based on their needs.
How long do deliveries take in Cuba?
Regular deliveries take approximately 10 to 12 business days, while Premium purchases guarantee receipt of products in as little as 3 business days. For pre-order purchases, the wait time can vary between 30 and 60 days.
How much does shipping cost? And how do I make payments?
Shipping costs are $8 USD for Havana and $9 USD for the rest of the provinces. Payments are only accepted with Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or other foreign bank cards. Electronic products and appliances purchased at MERKOLANZA are covered by a warranty period, providing customers with peace of mind when purchasing.
To follow up on an order or resolve any questions, customers can contact the customer service team via website chat or email.
It's important to note the estimated delivery time indicated in your purchase confirmation email and review the shipping policies and charges available on the website for additional information.
Some products available right now at Merkolanza
Foods:
- 2nd Beef Mince (2kg / 4.40lb): $ 23,35 USD
- Boneless Pork Loin (2 to 2,5kg): $ 20,48 USD
- Gouda cheese (1kg): $ 10,25 USD
- Chianti red wine (750ml): $ 29,75 USD
- Black beans (1kg): $ 3,13 USD
- Zivel Condensed Milk Box (24 units): $ 61,99 USD
Packs and Combos:
- Pack with Egg and more Protein II: $ 68,95 USD
- Pack with Egg and Loin I: $ 58,56 USD
- Creole Pack III: $ 34,85 USD
- Creole Pack II: $ 41,65 USD
- Creole Pack I: $ 41,35 USD
Fresh, Frozen and Pantry:
- Abuela's Gourmet ripe plantains (3 lb): $ 11,45 USD
- Abuela's Gourmet Kitchen Picadillo (3 lb): $ 17,85 USD
- Abuela's Gourmet Kitchen Ropa Vieja (3 lb): $ 20,45 USD
- Cod a la Vizcaina Abuela´s Gourmet (3 lb): $ 14,35 USD
- Abuela´s Gourmet Pork Fricassee (3 lb): $ 16,75 USD
- Abuela's Gourmet Kitchen Chicken Fricassee (3 lb): $ 12,85 USD
- Abuela's Gourmet Pork Cookies (3 lb): $ 16,89 USD
- Abuela's Gourmet Kitchen congris rice (3lb): $ 6,50 USD
Home appliances:
- Industrial Wall Fan – 380V: $ 510,30 USD
- Milexus Microwave Oven – 42 liters: $ 226,80 USD
- Digital Electric Scale – 300kg: $ 138,60 USD
- Milexus Induction Cooktop (Two Burners): $ 107,10 USD
- Milexus Sandwich Maker – 800W: $ 22,68 USD
- Milexus Steam Drying Automatic Washing Machine (10Kg): $ 1071,00 USD
Hardware store:
- Corona White Washbasin: $ 43,40 USD
- Automatic Water Pump Controller (1″): $ 68,40 USD
- Cup with Crown Tank (Includes Hardware and Lid): $ 198,00 USD
- Plastic wheelbarrow (6 cubic feet) – COBSA: $ 91,80 USD
- Multisell interior and exterior vinyl paint (4lt): $ 16,39 USD
As always we remind you that Directorio Cubano This is not a store, nor do we make sales. Ours is a news and social outreach portal, so all information related to this business is offered solely with the aim of helping and supporting Cubans both on and off the island.
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11 comments
What exorbitant prices. Speechless!
The products are very expensive. It's time to have a cheap store, for God's sake.
Too expensive, even for anyone living in another country. And the delivery service is very slow. We stick with the combos here, which are much cheaper and are delivered within hours.
It's an exploitation with the offers they make at those prices. No one will send food to Cuba. In the end, the Cuban dictatorship wins and the people continue to starve.
Have you ever wondered where they get their products with the fierce blockade... a band of thieves and corrupt people who oppress the people and then sell them very expensive things under the guise of an online store or mipine... until when?
very expensive products
Why these forms of purchase do not extend to Guantanamo.
These products are too expensive, they think you're rich, okay? They should give away the plates of food to the people who are dying of hunger. There's plenty of food here and there isn't any. Who understands that?
hunger is good business
I think that with so many stores where you can buy for Cuba, this one should have the prices a little lower, but it's quite the opposite; it's quite overpriced.
It's a scam, products are too expensive.