Meet Elsa Del Pozo

Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Elsa Del Pozo. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Elsa, thanks so much for taking the time to share your insights and lessons with us today. We’re particularly interested in hearing about how you became such a resilient person. Where do you get your resilience from?

My resilience came from one simple, unshakable truth: I had to survive—for my children. In every challenge, setback, or moment of exhaustion, giving up was never an option. I saw their faces, imagined their futures, and held onto the life I was determined to build for them. That vision fueled me. It kept me moving forward, even when I felt I had nothing left. My children weren’t just my responsibility—they were my motivation, my anchor, and the reason I kept rising every time I fell. They didn’t just witness my strength—they were the reason it existed.

Thanks for sharing that. So, before we get any further into our conversation, can you tell our readers a bit about yourself and what you’re working on?

I’ve always strived for that warm, joyful family holiday setting—the kind where laughter fills the air, kids are surrounded by love, and good friends feel right at home. It mattered to me that my children had structure and memories that felt safe and happy. I hosted dinners, playdates, and sleepovers—always making sure there was enough food for everyone. I wasn’t a fancy cook, but I knew how to make a flan, and it became my dessert. Everyone looked forward to it.

One winter, I decided to try something new: a tres leches cake. I baked a few and gifted them to friends and family—and they loved it. The joy it brought me didn’t go unnoticed. My husband saw how alive I felt in the kitchen, and one day, he surprised me with a KitchenAid mixer. I was so touched I asked him what dessert he wanted me to make first. He said, “Cheesecake.”

I was nervous—I had never made one before. But I gave it my best shot. When he took his first bite, he smiled and said it was the best cheesecake he’d ever had. Better than Junior’s, he dared to say. I thought he was just being sweet… until I shared samples with friends and family. They agreed. Soon, they were asking for more—and not just cheesecake. They wanted banana bread, pound cake, muffins, crème brûlée, cupcakes, custom cakes—you name it.

What started as a way to create joy and comfort in my own home became something much bigger. It became a way to connect, to give, to build something of my own. I feel incredibly lucky. I still make sure there’s always enough for everyone, and now I get to do it through the treats I bake with love.

If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?

Now I’m at the very beginning of something new. I don’t have it all figured out yet, and I’d be lying if I said it’s not scary sometimes. But I know I have the three best ingredients anyone could ask for: faith, love, and support. And with that, I’m ready for the ride.

Who has been most helpful in helping you overcome challenges or build and develop the essential skills, qualities or knowledge you needed to be successful?

My husband has been my rock—my most constant and supportive presence. My kids are my loudest cheering section, celebrating each cake like it’s a championship win. My creativity is fueled by a dear friend who believes in my talent and always pushes me to dream bigger. Professionally, I’ve been blessed to have guidance from Samantha Sweets in New Jersey, whose help has meant so much, and I regularly tune into Big Mama Cooks on YouTube for inspiration and practical insight.

I may be at the beginning of the road, but I’ve already learned that success isn’t just about skill—it’s about faith, love, and the people who walk beside you. And with those three things, I know I’m going to go far.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://de-elsi.com/sweets
• Instagram: @de_elsi_
• Facebook: @deElsi.24

Image Credits

Credits to my Apple iPhone