My Cookbook: Who, What, Where & PIe

03 Mar 2012
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Savory Pies from Greg Henry

I may have already mentioned that I'm writing a cookbook. I probably already let that slip.

So I thought I could let you in on a few more details. Just shut your pie hole and listen up (insert smiley face here). My book is about a subject near and dear to me. Pies.

But why should you wait until dessert to eat pie? Pies are comforting combinations of just about anything you can imagine. Cheese. Meat. Nuts. Even seafood. They all benefit when wrapped, tucked, or baked inside a delectable crust. Sometimes flaky, sometimes chewy. Crunchy. Crisp. Buttery. So no– not cherry pie, or apple. No chocolate tarts. No sugary nothin'.

What a great idea for a book, right? And guess what? I looked high and low all over Amazon and my local book store too. There are no books dedicated solely to the Savory Pie. How is that possible?

Well this gaping hole in the market will soon be filled with pie. Plenty of Savory Pie from Sippity Sup!

Because a Savory Pie is the culinary equivalent of a well-loved blanket. The Savory Pie is warm, satisfying, and marvelously easy to snuggle into, which is why most cuisines around the world have some kind of Savory Pie. Tarts, galettes, quiches, and even cute little hand-pies are some of the 75 creative and comforting savory pies that will make an appearance in this book. The thing that binds them together is the fact that not one of these warm-from-the-oven beauties is for dessert.

So to help you get ready for pie, I took this photo and put together a mock cover to set the stage. And beyond that, there will soon be a new tab in my nav bar where you can keep up with the progress of this book. That way, when the real cover comes out you can get a first peek. There will also be a way for many of you to be featured in this book. But all the details will be revealed at a later date, because I have to get rolling. Rolling pastry I mean... GREG

Ha! Made ya look... GREG

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Hooray for you!

How wonderful! Happy for you, but happier for ME because I will get to buy, read and cook this book. Looking forward to seeing you at Camp Blogaway. 

Nancie McDermott (not verified) | May 2nd, 2012 at 7:16 pm | Reply

Congrats!

Congrats GREG!! May I donate a few backyard  chicken eggs for your cause???

 

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Kim (not verified) | Mar 17th, 2012 at 1:30 pm | Reply

I pre-order a signed copy!!!

Greg:

So excited about this idea for you! I LOVE savory pies. They are a great solution for dinner and when made small can be a great, fun party bite.

I am pre-ordering a copy...signed by you obviously!!!

Amelia

 

amelia from z tasty life (not verified) | Mar 16th, 2012 at 11:25 am | Reply

Well Done!

Well Done!

Katie (not verified) | Mar 16th, 2012 at 10:57 am | Reply

taste test

So, I get this news the same day I find out my brother is going to move out of LA. There go my dreams of visiting for a taste test. But seriuosly, what a fabulous idea. You are doing a true service to our country, and I love the mock cover. Amazing. xoxo

Stella (not verified) | Mar 12th, 2012 at 8:55 am | Reply

Inspired by Food

I absolutely love the cover of this new book. I also love the brilliant notion of a cookbook solely dedicated to savory pies. I'm really looking forward to reading it. Is it November yet?

Speckle of Dirt (not verified) | Mar 10th, 2012 at 9:18 pm | Reply

Saveur Savory

Your description is perfect. Savory pies are pure comfort food. A warm fuzzy. Can't wait to read/use it :) 

Dawn (not verified) | Mar 9th, 2012 at 9:20 pm | Reply

I would have opened the

I would have opened the cookbook just on that photo alone! Now I love savory pies and I would buy it because it is from a pro like you.

tasteofbeirut (not verified) | Mar 9th, 2012 at 5:53 am | Reply

Congrats! That is an awesome

Congrats! That is an awesome topic for a book - love the cover. 

Trix (not verified) | Mar 9th, 2012 at 5:48 am | Reply

Warm and Wonderful

Terrific concept Greg! Wishing your much success.

I just read Maureen's review...bravo!

LL

Lori Lynn (not verified) | Mar 9th, 2012 at 5:46 am | Reply

congrats

LOVE everything about savory pies + can't wait to watch the progress on your book!

Marla (not verified) | Mar 8th, 2012 at 12:20 pm | Reply

A very neat theme for a

A very neat theme for a cookbook, this is terrific!

5 Star Foodie (not verified) | Mar 8th, 2012 at 8:01 am | Reply

Great book theme...

...and the mock cover looks great, Greg.    I can't wait to see what you dream up. 

Chris (not verified) | Mar 7th, 2012 at 3:53 pm | Reply

One of my favorite foods!

I don't have to eat another sweet bite until the end of my life, but savory pies, pastries, and quiches will be my undoing:) I cannot wait to see what delicacies you will offer to the world. And I am waiting to judge you against my mother who is r=the reigning queen of the savory pies:)

I am so happy for you and wish you calm waters and best winds in this endeavor!

Lana (not verified) | Mar 7th, 2012 at 12:43 am | Reply

I wanna....

put my name on the list for an autographed copy....thank you.

Oui, Chef (not verified) | Mar 6th, 2012 at 2:50 pm | Reply

Congrats Greg! I have loved

Congrats Greg! I have loved chicken pot pie since childhood...it's time I venture out of that comfort zone and I can't wait for  your book.

Barbara | Creative Culinary (not verified) | Mar 5th, 2012 at 8:06 pm | Reply

Holla Greg

Congrats!!!  If you ever slum it down to San Diego, try the "Chicken Pot Pie Shop"... It's a legend.

Jenny (VintageSugarcube) (not verified) | Mar 5th, 2012 at 5:03 pm | Reply

Cookbook

Greg - Many congrats on the book! I know it will be absolutly wonderful and witty and filled with delicious savory pies. Looking forward!

Bijouxs (not verified) | Mar 5th, 2012 at 4:57 pm | Reply

Yay!

Thrilled with your topic! It'll be fab. I can't wait. Congrats again. See you soon...

Irvin @ Eat the Love (not verified) | Mar 5th, 2012 at 4:56 pm | Reply

Savory is better especially in a Pie

Greg, I'm so stinkin excited for this cookbook!  Let me know when you are taking pre-orders!

Rhonda (not verified) | Mar 5th, 2012 at 4:44 pm | Reply

I have a $75 gift certificate

I have a $75 gift certificate to William Sonoma and am thinking of buying the Breville mini pie maker - comments? It's electric. Silly idea?

Connie Kaiser (not verified) | Mar 5th, 2012 at 9:59 am | Reply

Great news...Congrats!

Congratulations Greg! I'm looking forward to the release of your book.  Pies are sure comfort food for me.  Although I have yet to really master a good crust, I LOVE both savory and sweet (especially fruit filled) pies.  Fantastic news!

Cristina (not verified) | Mar 4th, 2012 at 7:20 pm | Reply

Can't wait to see the book on

Can't wait to see the book on the shelves. I'll be following your progress!

Lana @ Never Enough Thyme (not verified) | Mar 4th, 2012 at 5:08 pm | Reply

I absolutely love that you're

I absolutely love that you're tackling this subject!! Savory pies are the ultimate, I ate them all the time when we were in London. If you need some pie history tidbits for the sidebars, let me know... I've got them in droves!

Tori (not verified) | Mar 4th, 2012 at 1:52 pm | Reply

Congrats!

I'm looking forward to your book and the inspiration it will bring.

Andrea @ Fork Fingers Chopsticks (not verified) | Mar 4th, 2012 at 9:56 am | Reply

Savoury vs Sweet

Good for you Greg! I can't wait to have more little teasers. I do admit to loving savoury over sweet pies any day!

bellini (not verified) | Mar 4th, 2012 at 5:52 am | Reply

Fantastic!  I can't wait.

Fantastic!  I can't wait.

Sylvie @ GITK (not verified) | Mar 4th, 2012 at 3:31 am | Reply

mmm, PIE

of all people, YOU should write a cookbook. and I shall buy it. then I shall enjoy pie!

 

*congrats*

Kristina (not verified) | Mar 3rd, 2012 at 11:08 pm | Reply

I cannot think of a better

I cannot think of a better subject. The photo is lovely! So excited for you, Greg. and p.s. if you want to send me an advance copy, I'd be happy to review it on the blog. Maybe do a giveaway? Help get the word out further...

Amy (not verified) | Mar 3rd, 2012 at 8:50 pm | Reply

I am so very proud of you

CONGRATULATIONS again Mr. Greg...I cant wait to see how it all unfolds

doggybloggy (not verified) | Mar 3rd, 2012 at 8:02 pm | Reply

Great news Greg! Very happy

Great news Greg! Very happy for you :D

Alessio (not verified) | Mar 3rd, 2012 at 8:00 pm | Reply

So excited this is the

So excited this is the subject of the book. I l-o-v-e-d all the savory pies you've blogged about. Bravo!

Joan Nova (not verified) | Mar 3rd, 2012 at 6:12 pm | Reply

a well-loved blanket

I love equating a savory pie to a well loved blanket.  A good pie for dinner is like a cuddle.  :)

Maureen (not verified) | Mar 3rd, 2012 at 5:57 pm | Reply

Love savory pies

Bring it on....congratulations Greg!

Lisa (thislittlepiggywenttothefarmersmarket.com) (not verified) | Mar 3rd, 2012 at 5:37 pm | Reply

greg: AMAZING! looking

greg: AMAZING! looking forward to following along!!!

sarah (not verified) | Mar 3rd, 2012 at 3:47 pm | Reply

Greg, that's terrific news!

Greg, that's terrific news! I'm sure I will be just one of many who will quickly get in line for a copy. :)

Jean (not verified) | Mar 3rd, 2012 at 2:51 pm | Reply

congrats!

did i tell you congrats yet?  oh I think I did, but let's do it again.

Glad you are doing a cookbook, about time!

vanillasugarblog (not verified) | Mar 3rd, 2012 at 2:40 pm | Reply

Looking forward to this! I'd

Looking forward to this! I'd much rather have a savory pie than sweet.

Karen (not verified) | Mar 3rd, 2012 at 2:31 pm | Reply

LOVE IT!!!

LOVE IT!!!

Valentina (not verified) | Mar 3rd, 2012 at 2:26 pm | Reply

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