How One TikTok Post Brought New Life to Our Bakery After a Tough Summer

Heather Davis • January 15, 2025

The Power of Social Media

This past summer was one of the hardest seasons my bakery, Chic Sweets Bakery, has ever faced. Hurricane Beryl swept through and left us with a damaged roof, a flooded lobby, and weeks of closure. On top of that, the summer months, which are usually slow for bakeries, felt even more challenging as we worked to recover and rebuild. The uncertainty of what lay ahead weighed heavy, and I wondered if we’d ever regain our footing.

Then something amazing happened.

In late November, I decided to post a TikTok video. It wasn’t anything overly elaborate—just a behind-the-scenes look at our baking process and the love and care we pour into each creation. Within hours, the likes started rolling in. Within days, that post skyrocketed to 19,000 likes. The surge of engagement and the outpouring of support were unlike anything I’d ever experienced.

A Beacon of Hope in a Tough Year

For months, it had felt like nothing was going right. Between the hurricane damage, the closure, and the slow months of rebuilding, it was hard to see a light at the end of the tunnel. That TikTok post wasn’t just a viral moment—it was a reminder of why I started this bakery in the first place.

People commented, shared, and tagged friends. Some shared their own stories of overcoming challenges, while others simply expressed how much they wanted to try our pastries. We even received inquiries from out-of-state fans who were eager to know if we could ship our baked goods to them. (Spoiler alert: we now offer nationwide shipping!)

The Power of Social Media

What this experience taught me is just how powerful social media can be, even for a small business like mine. That one post not only introduced Chic Sweets Bakery to a whole new audience but also brought people through our doors and revived our connection with loyal customers who had missed us during the closure.

It also reminded me that resilience pays off. Even when things feel impossible, taking small steps—like sharing your story or showing the world what you love to do—can make a big difference.

What’s Next for Chic Sweets Bakery

That viral post has given us the momentum to launch some exciting new initiatives. We’re now shipping our danishes nationwide, offering seasonal menu favorites like liquor pound cakes, and hosting fun events like our upcoming Galentine’s Cake Decorating Class.

Most importantly, we’re sharing more behind-the-scenes content on TikTok and social media. If 19,000 people can fall in love with one video, who knows what’s possible when we open our doors (and our process) to the world even more?

To everyone who liked, commented, or shared that post: Thank you. You gave us the push we needed after a tough season, and we’re so grateful.

Want to see what all the buzz is about? Check us out on TikTok @TheLemonBarLady, or stop by the bakery to experience the magic for yourself.

Here’s to finding sweetness in every season—no matter how tough it gets.

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By Heather Davis • March 24, 2025

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