The Observation Deck

Home-baked pies are nearly a lost art, so we were jazzed to discover Lakewood's Gray House Pies during a recent North Union Farmers' Market stop. Mortgage-broker-turned-baker Joe Schlott bakes his offerings fresh daily, from all-natural ingredients. "We use fresh, locally grown fruits, as well as organic milk, and eggs from free-range chickens," says the amiable Schlott. And as a health-conscious vegetarian, he eschews lard or shortening for his crusts, using pure butter instead. The upshot is 35 varieties of seasonal pies. Pick one up at the weekly North Union Farmers' Market locations or at Lakewood's Breadsmith (18103 Detroit Avenue, 216-529-8443), where Schlott maintains a retail presence. Or place an order at 216-521-PIES; it will be ready for pickup the next day.

David Lay wrote:

Home-baked pies are nearly a lost art, so we were jazzed to discover Lakewood's Gray House Pies during a recent North Union Farmers' Market stop. Mortgage-broker-turned-baker Joe Schlott bakes his offerings fresh daily, from all-natural ingredients. "We use fresh, locally grown fruits, as well as organic milk, and eggs from free-range chickens," says the amiable Schlott. And as a health-conscious vegetarian, he eschews lard or shortening for his crusts, using pure butter instead. The upshot is 35 varieties of seasonal pies. Pick one up at the weekly North Union Farmers' Market locations or at Lakewood's Breadsmith (18103 Detroit Avenue, 216-529-8443), where Schlott maintains a retail presence. Or place an order at 216-521-PIES; it will be ready for pickup the next day.

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