As a kid, I was infatuated with local fairs and small town carnivals. Beyond the games and rides, I was fixated on the Pie Contests.
Watching the panel of esteemed judges, wishing and hoping that one day I’d be the one sampling and awarding the big blue ribbon.
Then I moved to a large city (Calgary) and my small town pie contest dreams were dashed… UNTIL NOW!
Today I was invited to the Calgary Farmers’ Market, to sit as a judge, during their Thanksgiving Pie Bake Off!
This year 5 contestants brought their best and it was my job, along side 3 other judges (Julie, Bernice & Sylvia), to award the trophy!
Here’s what we dug into:
#1 Maple Pumpkin Pie – Taste of Quebec
#2 Wild Turkey Chocolate Pecan Pie – Big T’s
#3 Rhu-Berry Pie – Innisfail Growers
#4 Saskatoon Pie – Yum Bakery
#5 Apple Berry Mongolian Yak Cheese Pie – Simple Simon Pies
Now I can’t tell you yet which pie reigned victorious (the Calgary Farmers’ Market will be announcing that tomorrow) but based on my leftovers you can get a sense of my personal favorite.
But the competition is not over.
Tomorrow, Saturday September 29th, between 11am-2pm at the Calgary Farmers’ Market you can sample the pies and help pick a Fan Favourite winner.
Make a small donation to the Food Bank (suggested $5) and you’ll get to taste and vote on who YOU think should win.
So try them out and let’s see how you compare to the judges.
Happy Pie Eating!
Mr. Fab uttery crust
