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🥧 2026 Pie week Hit List
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It’s officially British Pie Week and whether you’re devoted to golden shortcrust, flaky puff perfection or a mountain of buttery mash, London is serving up something truly special. Here’s where to get your fix. Take On The £20 Pie Week Challenge at Pieminister This year, Pieminister isn’t playing around. From 2nd–8th March, brave pie lovers can tackle the legendary Mothership Pie — any sharer pie loaded with: DOUBLE mash DOUBLE minty mushy peas DOUBLE Cheddar cheese DOUBLE crispy onions DOUBLE gravy All for £20. Choose your weapon:
Share it (if you must)… or finish the whole glorious feast yourself and earn a certificate to prove your pie prowess. Refined Comfort at The Ivy Available 2nd–8th March, The Ivy’s classics bring elegance to British Pie Week: The Ivy Fish Pie Salmon, hake, asparagus, prawns, scallops and lobster in a bisque cream sauce, topped with buttery mash. Chicken and Leek Pie Tender chicken and sweet leeks wrapped in golden pastry, served with creamy mash, baby carrots and a truffle-infused cream and red wine sauce. The Ivy Classic Shepherd’s Pie Slow-braised lamb and beef with Cheddar mash, rosemary and rich red wine sauce. Traditional comfort, elevated. Limited-Edition Craft at Holborn Dining Room British Pie Week arrives in style from 2–8 March, celebrating British craft and seasonal ingredients with exclusive creations. And for those who prefer pie at home, takeaway treats from The Pie Hole (2–6 March) include:
One week only. Choose wisely. A Year of Pie at Paternoster Tavern Located beside St Paul’s, Paternoster Tavern is stretching the celebration into a full year-long pie programme. Launching for British Pie Week, enjoy two-for-one on the Pie of the Month at lunch (12pm–2pm daily). Seasonal flavours will rotate monthly, from comforting classics to game-season favourites. March’s headline act? Moulin Rogue. Buy one. Get one on them. Pie o’clock just became a diary fixture. Heritage Meets High-End at The Wolseley City x M. Manze For British Pie Week 2026, The Wolseley City partners with legendary pie and mash institution M. Manze for exclusive limited-edition creations. Expect signature Manze crusts filled with indulgence : Pie and Mash Slow-cooked rump of beef with mashed potatoes and parsley liqueur Roasted Vegetable Pie Carrot, swede, parsnip & lentil with mashed potatoes and parsley liqueur A meeting of London tradition and refined dining — available 2–8 March. Ready, Set… Pie. From towering mash-laden challenges to lobster-laced luxury and heritage pie-and-mash pairings, British Pie Week 2026 is shaping up to be the most delicious yet. Forward this to your fellow foodies, rally your pie-loving crew and make sure no one misses out on a single slice. 🥧 Rated food x |
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Stay in the know with the best of London’s food scene.From exciting new restaurant openings and insider industry updates to can’t-miss events and exclusive offers just for subscribers -this newsletter is your go-to guide for eating your way through the city.
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