National Pie Day

Almost everyone loves delicious fragrant pies, but few people know that their favorite delicacy has been made for about 1000 years. Dough recipes have, of course, changed over time, but meat and fruit fillings have become traditional. National Pie Day is a great opportunity to bake your favorite pie and gather with friends and family to enjoy excellent pastries together.

History

The founder of the holiday is Charlie Papazian. The nuclear engineer, who had a background as a teacher and brewer, announced to his friends in 1970 that January 23 would not only be his birthday but also National Pie Day. What prompted him to such an idea is still a mystery.

For several years, this holiday was unofficial, but in 1986 it acquired a different status thanks to the support of the American Pie Council. The community has sponsored the celebration for decades, making it one of the most popular and beloved in the United States.

Useful Facts

• The recipe for a pie with goat cheese and honey made from rye dough has been known since ancient Rome.
• In England, the first meat pies appeared in the middle of the 12th century. They had a small amount of filling but were famous for their crispy crust.
• Sweet pastries in England became popular at the beginning of the 16th century. The first cherry pie was made especially for Queen Elizabeth.
• In America, they learned about the existence of delicious fragrant pies from English settlers.

How to Celebrate

• Bake your favorite pie and invite family and friends to celebrate this amazing day together.
• Prepare several varieties of fragrant pastries and take them to a homeless shelter or distribute them to the poor on the street.
• For those who have never made a pie on their own, it’s time to try your hand at it.
• It will be fun to celebrate the holiday if you gather a group of friends and organize a competition for the best pie. The dough can be salty or sweet, yeast or puff, and there should be no limits on the filling. The winner will receive not only the praise of the jury but also a small gift in the form of a cup or medal.

When is National Pie Day in 2025?

National Pie Day is observed on January 23 each year.

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