In this episode, we visit with Lorri Smith and Patty Barton from Peace Pie in Marquette. Lorri shares Peace Pie’s humble beginnings, from apartment baking to the farmers’ market.

Lorri and Patty share details about the drunken pasty pie made with Kognisjon Bryggeri’s Midnight Society beer, plans for a pierogi-and-dumpling truck, and a values-driven approach to team and community. Peace Pie sources locally when possible, composts with Partridge Creek Compost, and keeps creativity, service, and fairness at the center.

We Cover:

* The origin of Peace Pie’s name

* How community and creativity shape their business

* Behind-the-scenes lessons from their first two years

* Why pie really is a recipe for peace

Also, we interviewed Lorri in 2024 for a Life In Michigan article, just as she was opening Peace Pie. Check it out for my details and pictures.

Visit Peace Pie:

📍 1501 Division Street, South Marquette, Michigan🌐 peacepiecompany.com📲 Follow on Facebook and Instagram

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