Coqui Snacks: A Taste of Puerto Rico's Soul
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Resources & Recommendations
People Mentioned
- Charles Lindbergh (Aviator) - Visited Puerto Rico in 1928, and his name is the origin of the frozen treat "limbers."
- Dorimar Mercado (Founder of Coqui Snacks) - Shares her childhood snacks and sounds from Puerto Rico through her shop.
- Bad Bunny (Singer) - His new album includes a song called "Cafe con Ron," which inspired a limber flavor at Coqui Snacks.
Organizations & Institutions
- Walt Disney World Resort - Its opening in the early 1970s contributed to the influx of Puerto Rican workers in Central Florida.
Websites & Online Resources
- Coqui Snacks - The shop's website where customers can order online.
- Kissimmee Latin Culinary Trail - An interactive map of restaurants in Kissimmee offering various Latin American cuisines.
Other Resources
- The Spirit of St. Louis - The famous airplane flown by Charles Lindbergh.