Our Story
Loro Crisps began with two Colombian women on a mission to share a cherished taste from home: plantain crisps. Natalia and Daniela, both raised amidst Colombia’s vibrant culture, crossed paths at the University of Sheffield Enterprise Zone. Natalia was already an entrepreneur with her first venture, Pura Panela, bringing unrefined Colombian sugar to Europe. Daniela, fresh from completing her Master’s in Management and Entrepreneurship, shared Natalia’s passion for Colombian flavors and was eager to bring the crunchy, tropical snack of their childhoods to the world.
Daniela
Daniela grew up in Cali, a lively city known for its energy, salsa music, and warmth. Her journey to the UK started in 2014, where she pursued an LLB in Law and Criminology before completing a Master’s degree in Management and Entrepreneurship. Outside of Loro Crisps, Daniela uses her voice to advocate for mental health awareness on her personal blog and encourages other women to step boldly into the business world. When she isn’t playing golf or guitar, Daniela enjoys her favorite Loro Crisps flavor, Urabá Sunshine—a snack that reminds her of home.
Natalia
Natalia’s love for natural Colombian ingredients led her to Sheffield in 2010 to study English and International Criminology. Driven by nostalgia for Colombian panela (unrefined sugar), she created Pura Panela to share this sweet taste of Colombia. Her business turned into a journey of introducing people to Colombian culture and flavors. Natalia is passionate about her roots, and her love for music, culture, and Colombian products inspires everything she does. Her go-to Loro Crisps flavor is Quimbaya Limon, capturing the zest and vibrancy of her homeland.