On Friday, November 19th, Sotheby’s and Christie’s closed their 2-week long sale series in New York City at a whopping $2.3 billion worth in art sold. A rare feat, the auction houses sold every…
The quaint and European-style city of Viejo San Juan (Old San Juan) in the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico is full of gorgeous historical sites to see. Founded in 1521 by Spanish…
High-quality jewelry crafted in precious metals is one of the best ways to commemorate important or unique life events. Being more granular, in the past 10 years, jewelry brands focused on creating…
Puerto Rico is a small, yet culturally-rich island in the beautiful Caribbean region. For being 100 x 35 miles, Puerto Rico is an incredible contributor of renown music artists, top-tier athletes, beautiful…
While gifting traditional souvenirs from Puerto Rico like ceramic and wooden crafts, rums, and traditional “dulces” (candies) are always a great way to treat your Boricua mom, outlined will be diverse local…
Coquí el Original® is thrilled to share that we are relocating our store! Our new address is Calle de la Fortaleza #200, Viejo San Juan, Puerto Rico 00901, across from our previous…
Puerto Rico is known as “La Isla del Encanto” (The Island of Enchantment). A gorgeous Caribbean tropical island. Puerto Rico offers a range of beautiful natural sites, delicious cuisines, and historic settings.…
“La Isla del Encanto” (The Island of Enchantment), Puerto Rico, the Caribbean island blessed by Nature. Experience Taíno Indian archeological discoveries, the stories behind the centuries-old Spanish Fortresses, the Tropical Rain Forest with all…
At Coquí el Original® we have unique and locally-designed pieces for people looking to always be connected to the island. Puerto Rico is known as “La Isla del Encanto,” or “The island…
I look at the image above and then look at my surroundings, and all I feel is a sense of fulfillment and belonging. This photograph of my great-grandfather, Isaac Barquet, is one…
