Liliana Rodríguez, a Cuban mother based in Tampa, has taken TikTok by storm with her homemade sweet treats. Despite having no professional equipment or prior experience, she has achieved something even more remarkable: inspiring thousands with her determination. "Don't make excuses, I don't have experience either... but I have a strong desire to learn and share," she declares in one of her viral videos. Beside her, her baby, and in her hands, vibrant sweets. The comments section is filled with pure admiration.
"There's no one like a Cuban woman," one user commented. Another predicted, "You're going to shine so bright, even you won't believe it." Hundreds of messages pour in from mothers, entrepreneurs, and followers who see themselves in her journey. "I have four kids and I'm alone, but you've inspired me to start," admitted one viewer.
Liliana often concludes her videos with her favorite line: "Whether you like it or not, leave me your heart and your comment." And it works. "Here fulfilling my duty to leave you a like," joked another follower. Even those who aren't culinary-inclined have become fans: "I didn't like it... I loved it!"
Some followers tune in just for her voice: "Your audio is the best, you crack me up," they comment. Others are eager to learn from her or place orders for party sweets. From Texas to Uruguay, inquiries and requests are nonstop.
On Instagram and TikTok (@chocobites_1), she responds with a smile, offering advice and gratitude. "God bless your hands," "You're a warrior," "Your sweets are beautiful," her followers frequently write.
Despite lacking a studio or professional lighting, Liliana possesses something invaluable online: authenticity. With that, she is building a venture filled with flavor, faith, and community.