I’m Sonya, not Sophie, despite the many who assume so because of our beloved bakery’s name. I grew up in Radcliff, Kentucky. I attended North Hardin High School and went on to graduate from Western Kentucky University in 2007 with my Bachelor’s in Social and Behavioral Science. While working at the Elizabethtown Independent Schools, I pursued my Master’s in Technology Education from Webster University where I graduated in 2013. I taught as an adjunct professor at the University of the Cumberlands and in 2021 decided to start selling my baked goods at farmers markets and events. I have always loved to bake. My journey into the enchanting world of baking began in my grandmother Sophie’s kitchen, a place where I discovered not only the art of creating sweet delights but also the deeper lessons of life, love, and the magic of food that unites us all. My grandparents passionately crafted Kentucky Pull Candy, sharing its deliciousness from their very own home. After my grandmother, Sophie, passed away in 2016, I found baking as a way to feel close to her. Driven by a desire to honor their legacy, I set out to continue this cherished tradition, and thus, Sophie’s Cottage Bakery was joyously born in our home, where we craft a variety of sweet delights, but we also use the same recipe for Kentucky Pull Candy.
Stop by our home bakery, you can pick up sweet treats in what use to be our golf cart garage but is now our renovated pick up area. We are located in front of the 5th Tee at Heartland Golf Course, remember us for your golf snacks. Look for the double doors by the flag pole. We look forward to seeing you!
