Hazel’s Cabo Rico Opening Nov. 14 in Kissimmee

KISSIMMEE, FL — Hazel’s Cabo Rico, a new stationary food truck blending Cape Verdean and Puerto Rican flavors, is preparing to open November 14 at 5403 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34746.

Owner Keila Darosa told Business Debut the stationary food truck will be located inside Food Truck Haven, a popular park that hosts live bands, weekend events, and a flea market.

What to Expect

Hazel’s Cabo Rico will be among the first trucks that guests see when entering Food Truck Haven. The park offers ample seating, umbrellas for shade and rain, and entertainment throughout the week. Darosa said she designed the truck to make guests feel welcome and comfortable in all types of weather.

Menu and Vision

Darosa, who is Cape Verdean and was raised in a Puerto Rican household, said Hazel’s Cabo Rico combines both heritages into one concept. “I wanted to create something that gives people the flavors I grew up with while introducing Cape Verdean food to those who may not know it,” she told Business Debut.

Signature Cape Verdean dishes will include catupa, served with eggs and linguiça, and atun cu bife and grande bico — Cape Verdean-style tuna with chickpeas, potatoes, eggs, and rice. The menu will also feature Spanish-inspired offerings such as deep-fried rice balls stuffed with chimichurri steak and topped with a house-made sauce.

The food truck’s head cook, Leo Muniz, will lead the kitchen, working alongside Darosa to prepare each dish. Muniz’s daughter, Cynthia Muniz, who is also Darosa’s fiancée, oversees operations, and team member Jazmin Arroyo is coordinating grand opening preparations.

“I love cooking and I love people,” Darosa said. “My goal is to make every guest feel at home and share the food I grew up loving.”

The Team

Hazel’s Cabo Rico is a family-driven operation. Darosa’s father-in-law, Leo Muniz, serves as head cook and brings authentic Cape Verdean flavors to the kitchen. “He’s learned my culture and how to replicate each dish perfectly,” Darosa told Business Debut.

Her fiancée, Cynthia Muniz, manages day-to-day operations. A businesswoman and cosmetologist, she provides much of the structure behind the venture while Darosa maintains a full-time job. “She’s the one who taught me about business,” Darosa said. “I’m grateful for her support because she already has so much on her plate.”

Jazmin Arroyo assists with coordination and logistics, ensuring the grand opening runs smoothly and all final details are in place. Darosa credited the trio for helping transform her longtime dream into a reality.

Opening Timeline

Hazel’s Cabo Rico is targeting a November 14, 2025, opening at Food Truck Haven.

Hours

The food truck will operate Wednesday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – midnight, Friday – Sunday: 11 a.m. – 1:30 a.m. They will be closed Mondays.

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