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Consider which type of pie you like best, such as cheesecake, apple, cherry, lemon meringue, pumpkin, key lime, pecan, blueberry, strawberry rhubarb, apple crumb, chocolate cream, meat pies, mince pies, or chicken pot pies. Check the newspaper and fliers for discount coupons on pie crusts, toppings, and sweet fillings. Look up pie recipes online if you’d like to try your hand at making your own pie, whether you like cherry cheesecake, apple crumb, or chocolate cream slices topped with whipped cream. Once you’ve narrowed down what you want, choose a few different bakeries and retail grocery stores within your budget and location, and call to get prices, specials, discounts, selection, and locations. In your search for the best bakery, the most effective way to find out the pie quality is simply to try it. Visit a few different bakeries or bakery departments to get a feel for atmosphere and cleanliness. Ask the manager or owner how long the bakery has been in business, what the hours are, how fresh the ingredients are, what specials, discounts or coupons the shop offers, and what type of pies it offers, whether chicken pot pie, turkey, gourmet, mince, apple, or pumpkin. Word of mouth recommendations are also valuable. Ask friends and family which bakeries sell the most savory bird or fruit pies in your area. Get recipes from others with tried and true family recipes, whether it involves traditional pie crust, crumb topping, or lattice. If throwing or eating pies really fast is your thing, look in your local newspaper for local fairs, banquets, and community events featuring pie eating or pie throwing contests.
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