Hi, I’m Luisa!

the founder, editor, and creative voice behind Why Don’t You Make Me?

I started this site in 2012 as a creative outlet during a tough job search. A year later, I ended up training at The French Pastry School in Chicago and loved the city so much I stayed. Though my career has since shifted, my love of baking remains as evidenced by the recipes you’ll find on the blog. When I’m not crafting or writing, you’ll likely find me championing breakfast for dinner, walking along the lakeshore, or rewatching a show I’ve seen a dozen times.

Get to Know Me

go-to coffee order

iced caramel latte

I’d rather be

at the beach

zodiac sign

aquarius

I’d spend my whole paycheck on

home decor

My favorite holiday

halloween

All Time Favorite Meal

pizza

Most likely on repeat

90’s hip-hop

current hyperfixation

iced diet coke