It’s Pi Day, celebrated worldwide on March 14th (3.14, get it?).
But fear not, this isn’t a math quiz; it’s an invitation to join in on a delicious tradition right here in Milwaukee.
Why Pi Day?
Pi Day isn’t just for mathematicians; it’s a day that brings people together over the universal love for pie, whether sweet or savory.
And what better way to celebrate than by supporting our local bakeries and pie shops?
Milwaukee’s Pie Quest: How to Participate
- Map Out Your Pie Route: We’ve compiled a list of local bakeries and pie shops offering the best pie in Milwaukee, and even a few Pi Day specials.
- Share the Love: Got a favorite pie spot or flavor? Share it with us! Tag your posts with #MKESliceOfHeaven and let the community in on your top picks.
- Pi Day Deals and Steals: Many local spots are celebrating with discounts, buy-one-get-one deals, or special Pi Day flavors. It’s a great opportunity to try something new or stick with a beloved classic.
Pi Day Pit Stops
In the spirit of Pi Day, it’s time to highlight some of the tastiest pie deals and celebrations happening around our beloved Milwaukee area.
Whether you’re a math geek or just in it for the eats, these local spots are serving up something special to commemorate 3.14 in true pie fashion.
Let’s dive into the delicious details:
1. The Elegant Farmer – Mukwonago
Famous for its scrumptious pies baked in a paper bag, The Elegant Farmer is sweetening Pi Day with a $3.14 discount on its mini apple pies, dropping the price from $9.99. And why stop at apple?
They’re also offering a variety of flavors including caramel apple, blueberry apple, peachy apple, and rhubarb apple pies. Dive into the details or place your order online at www.elegantfarmer.com or call 262-363-6770. Don’t forget, this deal runs until March 14th!
Location: 1545 Main St. (Hwy ES & J), Mukwonago
Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day
2. Rocket Baby Bakery – Wauwatosa
For those craving something a bit different, Rocket Baby Bakery is offering blueberry crumble pie and chocolate cream pie for National Pi Day. Remember to pre-order by March 12 to secure your slice(s) of heaven.
Location: 6822 W. North Ave., Wauwatosa
Hours: Store hours are 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily; bakery pickup window is open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily.
For more information, visit www.rocketbabybakery.com or call 414-502-7323.
3. Blue’s Egg – Milwaukee
Blue’s Egg steps into the Pi Day celebration with $5 off all their whole pies for pickup on March 14. Additionally, all pie slices will be buy one, get one half off, featuring flavors like Irish cream, Dutch apple, salted brown butter pie, bourbon pecan pie, and key lime pie.
Location: 317 N. 76th St., Milwaukee
To order online or make a reservation, click SHOP at www.bluesegg.com or visit their Tock reservation page.
4. Honeypie Cafe
In our humble opinion, there’s not a better place for pie in Milwaukee than Bay View’s quirky and homey Honeypie Cafe. They’re is gearing up for their favorite holiday with pies galore! With last year’s turnout in mind, they’re ensuring they’re well-stocked for Pi Day.
Pre-ordering your whole pie is recommended to avoid missing out on their tastiest selection.
5. National Bakery & Deli
Rounding out our Pi Day pie tour, National Bakery & Deli is offering an array of pies including banana cream, cherry, apple, chocolate cream, Dutch apple, and strawberry cream. A perfect stop for pie purists and adventurers alike.
Location: Multiple locations including Brookfield, Greendale, and Milwaukee
Hours: 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday.
For more details or to order online, visit www.nationalbakery.com.
Happy Pi Day, everyone—let the quest for the perfect pie begin!
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