What makes a pie...a pie?

The episode delves into the definition of pie, the controversy of cheesecake as a pie, the origin and symbolism of apple pie, and the debate over cheddar cheese on apple pie. It also explores the variety of pie types and their cultural significance. The conversation covers a range of topics related to pies, including cheesecake preferences, pie history, varieties of pies, and a pie-off challenge.

Stick around until the end to hear the outcome of the food challenge, sweet or savory, which ever way you slice it, both are delicious.

Takeaways

• The debate over whether cheesecake is a pie or a cake
• The marketing and symbolism of apple pie as an American staple Basque cheesecake is less finicky than New York cheesecake
• The word 'pie' may originate from the magpie bird
• The Pie and Pastry Bible is a recommended cookbook for pie enthusiasts
• Strudel making requires patience and a large surface area
• The pie-off challenge introduces unique pie recipes

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Pie Discussion
• 07:15 Shepherd's Pie and Other Varieties
• 13:07 Marketing and Symbolism of Apple Pie
• 19:23 Basque Cheesecake and New York Cheesecake
• 24:23 History of Pie
• 30:17 Varieties of Pie
• 36:03 The Pie and Pastry Bible