ALL EYES ARE ON THE PIES

Scotland’s love affair with pies is heating up as the shortlist for the 2025 World Championship Scotch Pie Awards is officially revealed.

Amongst them, Bayne’s The Family Bakers, Fisher & Donaldson of Cupar, Kinnaird Butcher Shop & Deli of Lochore, Stuart’s Bakers and Butchers of Methil, and W F Stark of Buckhaven have all been shortlisted following an intense judging day where 539 products entered by 88 top butchers, bakers, and pie makers were put to the ultimate test.

Under the scrutiny of 50 expert judges, entries were assessed on taste, touch, appearance and smell across multiple categories, from the iconic Scotch Pie to Football Pies & Savouries, Macaroni Pie, Steak Pie, Sausage Roll, Hot Savoury, Vegetarian Savoury, Haggis Savoury, Bridie and Apple Pies.

This year also sees the introduction of two new categories – Lighter Options and Retailer Pie Product of the Year, reflecting the ever-evolving pie industry.

The winner of the Scotch Pie category will be crowned world champion, alongside all Best in Category winners, at a prestigious awards event on 10th May at the Hilton, Glasgow.