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Traditional Moldovan hand-pies made with a soft, elastic dough and a variety of fillings—savory (cottage cheese with herbs, potato-onion, cabbage-carrot) or sweet (apple-cinnamon, jam)—pan-fried or baked and served warm, often with sour cream or honey.
A classic double-crust Saskatoon Berry Pie with a bright lemon-cinnamon filling and a golden, flaky butter crust. Perfectly jammy berries are thickened with cornstarch and finished with a sparkling turbinado sugar top.
A flaky, buttery Vienna-style hand pie filled with spiced ground pork, sautéed onion, garlic, and cabbage, lifted by caraway, sweet paprika, Dijon, and a touch of apple cider vinegar. Finished with a poppy seed crust for classic Austrian street-food vibes.
A Southern-style custard pie infused with strong black tea, brightened with lemon, and baked in a flaky crust. Silky, sweet, and aromatic, it’s finished with a dollop of lightly sweetened whipped cream.
Empada Santomense is a savory São Toméan hand pie filled with spiced chicken, olives, and aromatic vegetables, wrapped in a buttery pastry enriched with palm oil accents. It’s hearty, fragrant, and perfect for a comforting meal or celebratory spread.
A classic British savory pie of tender beef and kidney braised with onions, mushrooms, ale, and beef stock, encased in a rich suet crust. Deeply savory with hints of Worcestershire and thyme, it’s hearty comfort food perfect for a cool evening.
Chilled Somsa is a delightful Uzbek pastry filled with a savory mix of ground beef and lamb, onions, and spices, offering a unique chilled twist perfect for summer snacking.
Makmoura is a savory Lebanese layered pie made with a combination of spiced chicken, crunchy pine nuts, and seasoned onions encased in a soft homemade dough. This dish is a delightful blend of hearty flavors and fragrant spices.
Green Apple Tourtière is a savory French-Canadian meat pie incorporating the tartness of green apples with seasoned pork and beef, all enclosed in a flaky pastry.
Lu'au Palusami Pies are a delightful fusion of traditional Samoan flavors encapsulated in a pastry shell, featuring taro leaves, creamy coconut, corned beef, and aromatic spices.