SOUTH FLORIDA – As Trinidad and Tobago celebrates 60 years of Independence from Britain, Caribshopper has stepped in to offer “islanders” living in North America a hassle-free outlet to get all the authentic Caribbean products they need to party like they’re at home.
Under the theme #together60, Trinidad hopes to bring its people from around the world together for this special celebration.
“Caribshopper’s vision of bringing Caribbean culture closer plays right into Trinidad 60’s mandate to bring people together with their local culture and traditions.” says Kadion Preston, CEO and founder of Caribshopper. “We’re giving Trinidadians abroad an opportunity to reconnect with home by supporting the local merchants they know and love.”
He says his platform gives T&T marketers a global voice and visibility to share their brands’ stories and history with locals and other Trini fans living within the diaspora just in time for the Diamond Jubilee. “Sixty years is a huge milestone and we know the Trinidadian diaspora in the US and Canada want to celebrate authentically, and now they can.” Preston explains.
The Caribbean e-commerce giant has created a unique Trinidad 60 Collection to showcase traditional and innovative products from the island’s leading brands in food and drink, beauty and wellness, home and living, jewellery, clothing and paper and novelty.
Trinis living abroad can get authentic Twin Island foods, sauces and drinks or purchase items from various artisans who create uniquely Trini products. from Angostura Chill to traditional chew or even steel pan AND Sacha Cosmetics Cosmetics essentials, shoppers can find everything they need to throw a real Trini party for this year’s Diamond Jubilee. The site also has one handpicked bundle that brings together the iconic Trini products for only US$60.
Beyond specially selected Diamond Jubilee items, the site also features thousands of other products from more than 470 Caribbean businesses across the islands. Customers also enjoy five-day shipping, allowing them to feast on their favorites in less than a week.
