Best Pies in St. Louis with Pat Rutherford-Pettine

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"Retired from Sugaree, but not retired from baking," declares George.  Just in time for the holiday season, pie expert Pat Rutherford-Pettine, former owner of <a href="https://sugareebaking.com/" rel="nofollow">Sugaree Baking Company</a>, joins the podcast to share her secrets to baking the perfect pie. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, Pat has tips for everyone. Here's what you'll learn: <ul> <li>The secret to great pie dough</li> <li>Why quality ingredients matter—and where to find them in St. Louis</li> <li>The best pie pans: which material works best?</li> <li>Mastering pie fillings: the keys to perfect fruit pies and what to avoid with pumpkin pie and pecan pie</li> <li>The best pie for novice bakers to start with</li> </ul> And if baking still feels too daunting, hosts <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/kwMbWCPyVye9VrQDEt7bxp114BF1aD5pBwHEPkGU9RIpRknP0t5g4sbrGtELmlaX/++/topics/george-mahe/" rel="nofollow">George Mahe</a> and <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/kwMbWCPyVye9VrQDEt7bxp114BF1aD5pBwHEPkGU9RIpRknP0t5g4sbrGtELmlaX/++/topics/cheryl-baehr/" rel="nofollow">Cheryl Baehr</a> share their picks for the best pies around town. Tune in and get ready to "wow" your friends and family this holiday season! 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Mentioned in this episode: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.frankandhelens.com/" rel="nofollow">Frank & Helen’s Pizzeria</a>: 8111 Olive, University City, 314-997-0666.</li> <li><a href="https://www.brasas-stl.com/" rel="nofollow">Brasas</a>: 6138 Delmar, Delmar Loop, 314-256-1937.</li> <li><a href="https://sugareebaking.com/" rel="nofollow">Sugaree Baking Co.</a>: 1242 Tamm, Clayton-Tamm, 314-645-5496.</li> <li><a href="https://www.pintsizebakery.com/" rel="nofollow">Pint Size Bakery</a>: 3133 Watson, Lindenwood Park, 314-645-7142.</li> <li><a href="https://theblueowl.com/" rel="nofollow">The Blue Owl</a>: 6116 Second, Kimmswick, 636-464-3128.</li> <li><a href="https://helferspastries.com/" rel="nofollow">Helfer’s Pastries</a>: 380 Saint Ferdinand, Florissant, 314-837-6050.</li> <li><a href="http://federhofersbakery.com/" rel="nofollow">Federhofer’s</a>: 9005 Gravois, Affton, 314-832-5116.</li> <li><a href="https://www.ederastl.com/" rel="nofollow">Edera</a>: 48 Maryland, Central West End, 314-361-7227.</li> <li><a href="https://labonnebouchee.com/" rel="nofollow">La Bonne Bouchée</a>: 12344 Olive, Creve Coeur, 314-576-6606.</li> <li><a href="https://sugarfirepie.com/" rel="nofollow">Sugarfire Pie</a>: 9200 Olive, Olivette, 314-736-6300.</li> <li><a href="https://www.maukisbakery.com/" rel="nofollow">Mauki’s Bakery & Country Store</a>: 1730 South 8th, Soulard, 314-202-8106.</li> <li><a href="https://pieonthefly.garstangs.net/" rel="nofollow">Pie on the Fly</a>: 614 N Main, O'Fallon, MO, 636-294-3300.</li> <li><a href="https://www.theparkmoor.com/" rel="nofollow">The Parkmoor</a>: 220 W Lockwood, Webster Groves, 314-938-5554.</li> <li><a href="https://www.smokehousemarket.com/" rel="nofollow">Smokehouse Market</a>: 16806 Chesterfield Airport, Chesterfield, 636-532-3314.</li> <li><a href="https://cravingsgourmet.com/" rel="nofollow">Cravings</a>: 8149 Big Bend, Webster Groves, 314-961-3534.</li> </ul> You may also enjoy these SLM articles: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/kwMbWCPyVye9VrQDEt7bxp114BF1aD5pBwHEPkGU9RIpRknP0t5g4sbrGtELmlaX/++/dining/where-to-order-thanksgiving-dinner-in-st-louis/" rel="nofollow">Where to order Thanksgiving dinner in St. Louis</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/kwMbWCPyVye9VrQDEt7bxp114BF1aD5pBwHEPkGU9RIpRknP0t5g4sbrGtELmlaX/++/podcasts/arch-eats/episode-2/" rel="nofollow">Arch Eats Podcast: Turkey Tips & Thanksgiving Wine Pairings</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/kwMbWCPyVye9VrQDEt7bxp114BF1aD5pBwHEPkGU9RIpRknP0t5g4sbrGtELmlaX/++/podcasts/arch-eats" rel="nofollow">More episode of Arch Eats</a></li> </ul> See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.