KISSIMMEE, FL — The American Pie Council (APC) announced the results and winners of the 26th Annual APC National Pie Championships, held May 1-2 in Kissimmee, FL.
Featuring 365 pies, entries included hand-held, no-sugar-added and gourmet treats in more than 30 sweet and savory flavor categories.
The independent baker with the highest number of blue ribbons awarded was Michele’s Pies from Norwalk, CT, with eight blue ribbons. Its submissions included Peanut Butter Fantasy, Berry Mascarpone, Turtle Pumpkin and Strawberry Shortcake pies.
Independent Bakers/Blue Ribbons
Michele’s Pies, Norwalk, CT: 8
The Flaky Apple Pie Co., Costa Mesa, CA: 4
Norske Nook Inc., Osseo, WI: 3
Don, the Pie Guy, Fruitland Park, FL: 2
Zukie’s Pies and Cakes, Clearwater, FL: 1
River City Diner & Smokehouse, Oconto, WI: 1
“We couldn’t be happier with this year’s event,” said Rick Hoskins, APC board president and CEO of Colborne Foodbotics. “Our bakers outdid themselves, to the judges delight. There truly is no other gathering for the pie industry that rivals this event for the competition, as well as the networking among industry peers. We’ve enjoyed 26 years of competition and of time well spent in our mission to impact and enhance the consumers’ love of this All-American treat.”
