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ONE SODA PLEASE , MAKE IT DIRTY
Harkening back to soda fountains of old , a trend in refreshments has found firm footing here .
For many Oklahomans craving the unique blend of fizzy soda topped with an assortment of creams , syrups and fruit they ’ d have to travel to Oklahoma City or Tulsa to pick one up . Now , local businesses have caught on to the idea of offering these popular drinks and some businesses come with extra perks .
Lina ’ s Littles Play Cafe
Lina ’ s Littles Play Cafe opened up last May to help stay at home parents looking to give their kids some interactive play while they work .
Caroline Cooper said she opened the play center because , as a mother herself , she was always looking for places to take her kids . She added the specialty drinks because every parent – and kid – deserves a treat .
“ We saw a lot of ideas on social media , but every parent needs some caffeine , so we thought that was a must . And then you always need snacks for the kids ,” Cooper said .
Cooper said her business offers a variety of drinks for parents and children , including juice , coffee and the famous dirty soda . She said her favorite dirty soda uses ice cold Coke , a splash of coconut and it ’ s topped with coconut cream and lime . Another popular option is a dreamsicle , she said .
But , the establishment recently added new flavors to include :
• Strawberries and cream Dr . Pepper : Dr . Pepper with strawberry syrup and a splash of cream .
• Sparkling berry crush : Sprite with blackberry syrup .
• Sweet peach fizz : Sprite with peach syrup and a splash of cream .
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