Three of a Kind: Pithiviers (Aka Fancy Pies) To Order at Melbourne Restaurants

With restaurant menus leaning heavily into retro dishes, it doesn’t get more classic than this. Originating in the French town of Pithiviers, and first baked in the 17th century, this is elevated (not so humble) pie. A round, beautifully pleated top sits like a fancy cap above the filling – mushroom, cheese, meat or even sweet almond – with a layer of pastry beneath, forming a crisp base. Here are three of Melbourne’s finest.

Wonder Pies, Brunswick and Coburg North

Cityfields Chadstone, Malvern East

Henry Sugar, Carlton North

This article first appeared in Domain Reveiw in partnership with Broadsheet.

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