What Heirloom Recipes Teach Us About Home

In a world that moves fast and often forgets, there’s something quietly radical about pausing to preserve. That’s what Darien Rozell of Pantry Hill is doing—through pie plates, hand-written cards, and an open invitation. In our recent conversation on the podcast, she shared how heirloom recipes are farm more than instructions—they are tactile memories passed from generation to generation, connecting us to the people who fed and loved us before we ever learned to cook.

Darien started Pantry Hill (though it’s been the endearing name for the home she shares with her husband and boys for years) as a way to preserve, honor, and return to the practice of intentional living. The brand has grown to include a beloved newsletter of family recipes, sold-out pie-making workshops, and collaborations with likeminded brands. Darien reminds us that hospitality isn’t about performance but connection.

One of the most beautiful parts of our conversation was hearing how she encourages people to hold on to and use the recipes in their collection. A worn, stained recipe card isn’t something to hide; in her case, it’s framed on the wall.

Sometimes, the simplest things can be the most sacred.