Pie or Die winners saw an amazing “double rainbow” effect with judges and voters in a harmonious spectrum of alignment! Here’s how it played out:
People’s Choice:
Team #10 : Eat the Love : “Check(mate) Please! Lemon Chess Pie”
(Backyard home-grown lemons and local blackberries update this Southern classic chess pie with a California twist. Almond scented crust adds a contemporary touch, while a drizzle of berry sauce made with a touch of San Francisco honey adds homey complexity.)
People’s Choice Honorable Mention:
Team #18 : Pie Love Baking : “Summer Love Peach Pie”
(Sweet, organic summer peaches in a rosemary, all-butter crust, served with creme fraiche goodness.
Judges’ 1st Place:
Team #10 : Eat the Love : “Check(mate) Please! Lemon Chess Pie”
(Backyard home-grown lemons and local blackberries update this Southern classic chess pie with a California twist. Almond scented crust adds a contemporary touch, while a drizzle of berry sauce made with a touch of San Francisco honey adds homey complexity.)
Judges’ 2nd Place:
Team #1 : Peace O’ Pie : “Sour Cherry Sweet Berry Pie”
(Indulge in the fruits of summer with this tart and sweet ruby red berry pie with a flaky, crispy crust.
Judges’ 3rd Place:
Team #18 : Pie Love Baking : “Summer Love Peach Pie”
(Sweet, organic summer peaches in a rosemary, all-butter crust, served with creme fraiche goodness.
Photog’s Choice:
Team #15 : Gleeks : “Rachel Berry Pie”
(Bite-sized almond custard pies loaded with mixed berries, topped with honey sweetened whipped cream and shaved almonds.)