PIEstory: Meet Melanie

A big ‘thank you’ to Melanie, the fabulous voice behind Capitol de Beaute, for sharing her PIEstory with the Crave Pie community.

Crave Pie: What is your all time favorite pie flavor?
Melanie W: Pumpkin & sweet potato with a dollop of fresh whipped cream!

CP: Are you a pie baker?
MW: I like to make quiches!

CP: Is there a family member or friend in your life who was a pie baker?
MW: My Grandmother was, however, Mom, brother & sister are still pie & quiche bakers! Similar recipes, Yet what they bake, all taste slightly different! Love that bakers all have their own magic twists!

CP: Tell us about your fondest memory of pie in your life.
MW: My Grandmother made amazing sweet potato & chess pies pies! Never a fan of chess, she always made a special sweet potato pie for me loaded with fresh crème fraîche, my favorite!

CP: Was there a favorite pie that was present at family gatherings?
MW: Always pumpkin or sweet potato!

CP: Have you visited Crave Pie Studio?
MW: Yes! Amazing experience! My new favorite pie, next to my Grandmother’s sweet potato, of course, is your spicey carrot!! It tastes like home and brings back those nostalgic Autumn, Winter and Holiday memories!

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