Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey welcome Steve Lewis, the founder of Gideon’s Bakehouse, for a deliciously detailed conversation about how a dark, whimsical cookie shop became one of the most sought-after stops at Disney Springs. From his early days as a musician and comic shop owner to perfecting a cookie recipe over 15 years, Steve shares the creative, emotional, and business journey behind Florida’s favorite bakery.

The music major turned baker who built Gideon’s from scratch—literally

How a secret cookie deal at Polite Pig helped land a spot at Disney Springs

The role of community, storytelling, and heartbreak in shaping the brand

Why you’ll never see Gideon’s cookies shipped or wholesaled

The Edward Gorey-inspired art behind the eerie, yet inviting design

What’s next for Steve, his characters, and maybe even a lemon-orange love story

Learn more about Gideon’s by visiting https://www.gideonsbakehouse.com

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