Welcome to the Hillside!

Hillside Harvest Homestead grew from a love of home, sustainability, and the kind of food that brings people together.

What began as a joy in baking for loved ones has blossomed into a heartfelt mission to craft goods that bring warmth and intention. Each loaf, scone, and jar of jam is inspired by the changing seasons and the local ingredients around us, reflecting our belief that food can nourish both body and spirit.

On the hillside, we prepare and preserve food using time-honored techniques and ingredients we trust, so you can taste the difference in every bite.

  • About Us

    Hi—we’re Evan and Jessica, the hearts (and hands) behind Hillside Harvest Homestead.

    We’re self-proclaimed Disney adults, lifelong lovers of cooperative board games, and the kind of people who believe the best moments happen around a shared table. In 2023, we packed up our lives and moved to southern Oregon to try something different: a slower, more sustainable way of living, one rooted in the land, curiosity, and a lot of learning along the way.

    Evan spent nearly 20 years in ministry before transitioning to homesteading full-time. These days, you’ll usually find him digging in the dirt, tending the garden, or dreaming up the next project. When he’s not outside, he’s likely buried in a book or unwinding with a video game.

    Jessica just completed her PhD in Natural Medicine and brings a deep love of whole-food traditions to everything we do. She’s also a devoted fan of 1980s action movies, musical theater, and any excuse to turn on a soundtrack while baking.

    What We Believe

    • Food should be made slowly and shared generously
    • Ingredients matter
    • Baking is both an art and a form of care

    Our approach is shaped by years of studying natural living and whole-food traditions, not trends, rigid rules, or perfection. Just thoughtful choices that honor flavor, balance, and the people we’re feeding.

    We’re figuring out farm life one harvest at a time, and we’re committed to sharing it all: the wins, the recipes, the tips, and yes, even the failures. Because this is a journey, and it’s better when it’s shared.

    We’re so glad you’re here. Pull up a chair, break some bread, and walk alongside us as we learn and grow.

    In a world where we can be anything…let’s be hobbits.