Welcome to Pine Hollow Kitchen, where every product is made with care, quality ingredients, and a passion for homemade goodness. We specialize in freshly baked and handcrafted treats prepared in small batches to ensure flavor and freshness in every bite. Thank you for supporting a local, home-based business—we’re excited to share our kitchen with you!

The Baker

My love of cooking, and specifically baking started years ago. One of my first memories of baking was a bit of a disaster as I “helped” to mix up a lemon cake for my Aunt Louise’s birthday, only to have the whole bowl drop to the floor. My aunt and cousins never told the secret of why the cake was only one layer! I come from a family of great cooks. Moms and aunts who fed families, hosted parties and shared stories around the kitchen table. Dads and uncles who worked the grill and mixed cocktails.

My love of cooking and meal planning led me to study dietetics and practice as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist for close to 40 years. During my time in academics, I loved teaching students about the science behind great recipes, cultural connections in our food and celebrations and foundations of good nutrition. The photo above is a shot of my home “studio” when I conducted cooking classes via Zoom!

The Bakes

The recipes baked in Pine Hollow Kitchen are all researched and tested. I use real butter, King Arthur flour, and classic techniques. The kitchen workhorse is a big red AGA range. While it has its quirks, I love a good baking session resulting in simple, delicious home-cooked foods!

We are excited to share our love of cooking with all of you! Look for us at local events, access recipes posted to this site and follow us for more!

From my kitchen to yours,

Kathy Border