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Finding a Good Pie in Dallas

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Pie, a culinary treasure that has captivated palates across the globe, boasts a rich history that stretches from ancient civilizations to modern kitchens. Originating with the Greeks and Romans, who utilized pastry to encase meats and other fillings, the concept of pie evolved through the centuries. By the Middle Ages, pie-making had become an art form in Europe, with recipes becoming more refined and diverse. The tradition was carried over to the American colonies, where it became deeply entrenched in the cultural fabric of the United States. Today, pie is celebrated not only as a comfort food but also as a symbol of culinary heritage and creativity.

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Celebrate Pi Day With Us

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On March 12, 2009 your lawmakers  passed a non-binding resolution (HRES 224) recognizing March 14, 2009 as National Pi Day. It is one of the more legit holidays we discuss here, and it is actually an homage to geeks everywhere who see the date as a reason to celebrate due to its mathematical implications. We say any reason to celebrate anything is just fine by us.

Since we are predominately about food we will suggest a few places to actually enjoy a pi(e) in Dallas.  Continue reading

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Piehole Project 2022 Auction is Live!

Piehole Project’s third annual virtual pie auction went live Monday, October 17 at 9:00 a.m. and offers 40 unique pies created, made, and donated by Dallas’ top chefs. The auction is part of FestEvents Foundation’s Piehole Project fundraiser which funds culinary scholarships for Texas students. The Piehole Project has expanded into Austin and features an online auction featuring 20 pies from Austin chefs.

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Piehole Project Auction Starts Oct 17

The most pie-ous fundraiser of the year is happening October 17-27 when the third annual Piehole Project’s pie auction takes place online. This year’s auction features 40 unique pies from North Texas’ top chefs and bakers who will create and donate pies to raise funds for culinary scholarships. Piehole Project founders Alison Matis and Cheryl Weis expect the event, which has expanded to include 17 Austin chefs, to raise $40,000 for students.

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We Are Pie Eyed Today

smoke pieby Steven Doyle

As we fly through this week dining on fried beef, black eyed peas and cornbread we are generally offered a sweet ending in the form of a slice of pie. Knowing now this will happen at even the most high browed of places we attempt to save a spot in the tummy for a treat. And who doesn’t love a good pie?

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Norma’s Celebrating National Pie Day Jan 23rd With Free Pie

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For its ninth year in a row, Norma’s Cafe, the original Dallas dining icon, will celebrate National Pie Day by offering guests a free slice of its famous Mile-High Pie on Tuesday, Jan. 23 at all five locations.

“At Norma’s Cafe, we believe that every meal should end on a sweet note and we’re excited to make it easy for our guests to indulge on National Pie Day,” said Ed Murph, owner of Norma’s Cafe. “Last year we served approximately 4,200 slices of pie to guests across all of our locations and we’re happy to continue this tradition for the ninth year in a row.’”  Continue reading

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The Chicks Are Hot At Fat Chicken

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Fried chicken is definitely one of the hot items this year in Dallas and plenty of chefs have tossed their toque into the ring opening their own restaurants in homage to this southern staple. Enter Fat Chicken in Trinity Groves which is owned by DJ Quintanilla and Linda Mazzei who formerly ran Resto Gastro Bistro in the same location.

We asked chef DJ why the big change up and he shared that it was Trinity Grove’s mastermind Phil Romano’s idea, but he was up for the task.  Continue reading

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Battle of the Pies May 20th

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Good Local Markets brings their “Battle of the Pies” to the Tyler Street Farmers Market in Oak Cliff on Saturday, May 20th from 10:30am – 12:30pm (909 West 9th Street at N. Polk).  For 8 years White Rock Market has hosted the blockbuster pie extravaganzas and now the fun continues at Good Local Markets newest locale, Tyler Street Market.

The Tyler Street Pie Contest is for amateur bakers of all ages bakers with a special award for best youth bakers under 16.  All pies are available for tasting by the public, who vote “Best of” in the categories of Fruit, Nut, Chocolate, Cream/Custard and Best Overall.  Entry fee is $5 per pie and tasting tickets will be available day of for $5.  Continue reading

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