Fruit vendor honors late daughter with her business name in Peru

Delia Salas operates a juice stall at the San Camilo market in Peru, where she has worked for more than 45 years.

She began her career as a child helping her mother sell fruit on a street. As one of ten siblings, she spent her childhood waking up early to carry baskets and sell produce to passersby. Salas eventually transitioned from street vending to a permanent stall in the market.

She originally named the business Delia, but she renamed it Milagritos following the death of her daughter. The daughter had served as her primary support and business partner, and the name now serves as a tribute to her memory. The stall currently serves as a regular meeting point for local residents, merchants, and international visitors. Salas maintains a daily routine of waking up at 4:00 a.m. to prepare juices and organize the fruit.

She also participates in community activities at the market, such as organizing commissions for religious festivals and attending mass with fellow traders.