💈 I Got A Hot Towel Shave Where Fidel Castro Left an IOU! | Barbería Raffles Mexico City

Hot Towel Shave at Barbería Raffles in Mexico City 🇲🇽

Established in 1945, Barbería Raffles is full of history and interesting stories. We heard that Fidel Castro once got a haircut at Raffles in the 1950s. Apparently, he was broke and wrote an IOU. So the story goes when Castro made international news, the original owner emptied his drawers looking for the old signed piece of paper Castro had given!

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The barbershop is now owned and operated by Kevin Uriel Medina Serrano, who took over the shop from his father. Barbería Raffles was originally opened by Rafael Ayala Alvarado on April 17, 1945. Later on, it was Kevin's dad who continued Rafael’s legacy 💈✨ You can still see a photograph of Rafael hanging proudly in the shop.

Kevin says he learned barbering from his dad at a young age. When Kevin decided not to continue with his studies at school, he recalls his father telling him, “Son, I’m giving you a week to look for a job and if you don't find a job then you go with me to work.” Sure enough, a week later Kevin was accompanying his dad to the barbershop! He started out by sweeping up after the haircuts and running errands 🧹

Three years ago, the barbershop had to move from its original location to its current spot. As many of the old fixtures as possible from the original shop were incorporated into the new location.

Kevin kept the vintage tools, and you’ll also see the old towel steamer in the shop. Lots of people ask him why he doesn’t make it like modern shops by adding purple lights and things like that. Kevin’s response it that he likes keeping his barbershop as a traditional old-school place ❤️

As a barber, Kevin wants his customers to feel good. When they appreciate his work and keep coming back, Kevin says it makes him feel good too.

✨ Kevin’s life advice is: "Be happy, if your problems have a solution, then what are you worried about?”

Huge thanks to Carlos for recommending Barbería Raffles 🙏🏼 Thank you also to Edgar and Viridiana for all the behind-the-scenes assistance.

S P E C I A L T H A N K S:

Barbería Raffles
C. Ignacio Mariscal 70
06030 Ciudad de México
CDMX, Mexico

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[HairCutHarry]

It was a pleasure to meet Kevin and visit Barbería Raffles in Mexico City 🇲🇽 Founded in 1945, Barbería Raffles is full of history and interesting stories! Originally opened by Rafael Ayala Alvarado on April 17, 1945, the shop has passed through generations. Kevin's dad continued Rafael’s legacy, and today you can still see a photograph of Rafael hanging proudly in the shop 💈✨

Three years ago, the barbershop had to move from its original location to its current spot. Kevin made sure as many of the old fixtures as possible from the original shop were incorporated into the new location. Lots of people ask him why he doesn’t make it like modern shops by adding purple lights and things like that. Kevin’s response is that he likes keeping his barbershop as a traditional old-school place ❤

Thank you for checking out the new video 🙏🏼

[ivanmartin]

Everybody talks about the ASMR of Harry's videos but to me what's more important is the publicity the barbers get thanks to him.

[KQDYMagallaz]

my fav part of the videos is always the ending grooming session where the barber styles your hair, its so magical, love it,

[Trapper]

@29:39 “Wait, which country am I in again? Oh yeah, Mexico.”
Another great video, Harry!

[radalys]

I just love the atmosphere in all these old school barbershops, those modern cookiecutter places dont do justice to this profession.

[SpencerTower]

@28:32 *saxaphone pauses* "TEQUILA" *saxaphone continues*

[Alex-hbdo]

That’s a cool way he made the hot towels, might have to try that at home. Great video as always!

[TheGreatWesterner]

One of the most detailed shaves I’ve seen Harry get. Maybe even the most. And the nose hair clippings was a huge bonus 😮 but that’s not all—-the after shave was the cherry on top.

[MickeyJWind]

He did not give up. Went back multiple times tovthie tough area under the chin. He was not going to stop until any trace of hair was gone. Well done

[stevenfrost]

Really amazing piece of history attached to this little shop, which is why I love your channel Harry! We would have never had the pleasure without you venturing out into Mexico City and finding it! Cheers! 👍💈

[michaelholley]

Appreciate all the extra touches this hyper focused craftsman delivers.

[FerretySatzuma]

Just what I needed to start my week. Thanks Harry!

[gregoriomanzano]

Excelente afeitado en una barbería clásica 👏👏

[ctloyd]

Este barbero es buen, Harry!

This youmg man is a master of the straight razor shave. Such attention to detail.

[Badonicus]

Just in for my shave....
Long time no see Harry. Glad to have you back.

[The_Lighttt]

Barber done an excellent job and deserves a $100 bill .

[HungryTaaco]

Muchas gracias por hacer tantos videos en México, llevaba tiempo esperándolo :)

[william]

That's a nice shave. He's an excellent barber.

[leonrobinson]

Great work and all people of Mexico, Central America and all over Latin America are gran gente and hardworking.

[desolladoxipe]

I appreciated the unique blend of ASMR and authentic urban sounds in your video. Tabacalera perfectly encapsulates the contrasting elements of Mexico City. Just a few blocks can take you from high-end residences to forgotten corners of the city. And, of course, don't forget the delicious pulque!