Thanksgiving at Smallpie: Sweet Traditions and Cozy Community
November is here, and the neighborhood of Bay View is alive with crunchy, brightly-colored leaves, chilly air, and the first whispers of the holiday season. Here at Smallpie, one thing is for sure: it’s officially pie season! Thanksgiving is one of our most joyful times of the year. We get to bring a little extra sweetness to the table, as so many members of our community chose to have our pies be a part of their holiday celebrations.
A Taste of Pie Inc.’s Thanksgiving History
The Thanksgiving pie frenzy began back in 2009, before we were even around, when Pie Inc. consisted of just two locations: Comet and Honeypie. In those early days, Pie Inc. Founder Valeri Lucks was the only pastry chef crafting every pie by hand. That year, she baked 89 pies in one day - setting the tone for what was to come.
As the love for our pie grew within the neighborhood, so did our bakery. The official baking kitchen that has become known as our beloved Honeypie Bakeshop came along when Pie Inc. welcomed Palomino into the family. Our first Thanksgiving operating there pushed us to an incredible milestone: 1,000 pies baked for the holiday.
What Makes Our Pie So Special?
Every pie we make is a reflection of Pie Inc.’s core values: quality, scratch-made food crafted by real people made from local ingredients, which is sure to put a smile on the faces of those indulging in the sweet treat.
From buttery crusts to creamy fillings, each element of the pie is hand-crafted at the Honeypie Bakeshop. There are no shortcuts taken around here!
We are committed to supporting the community that supports us. That’s why we use Wisconsin-made butter, milk, eggs, cream, oats, and seasonal Midwest fruits whenever possible, in our pies.
It is an honor to serve as a holiday staple for so many families within our community. Whether you’ve been ordering our pies for years or joining the tradition for the first time, we are so grateful to be a small part of your Thanksgiving celebration.
Thanksgiving Pie Ordering Information
Here’s how to get your pies this year:
Pickup Location: Honeypie Bakeshop (located inside our Palomino location)
Pickup Window: Sunday 11/23 to Saturday 11/29
Hours: 9 am to 9 pm daily
Please Note:
Pickups will not be available on Thanksgiving Day, and all of Pie Inc.’s locations will be closed for the day. Our hardworking staff deserves time with their families, too!
Last year, we sold nearly 1,300 pies for the holiday! To maintain our high standards, a limited menu of flavors will be available for Thanksgiving week. Don’t worry - there are still plenty of delicious flavors to choose from and even something new!
Flavors Available to Order:
Pumpkin Spice Latte (new!)
Ready to order? Visit The Pie Inc. Store and place your order today!
Got some questions? Call the Honeypie Bakeshop from 9 am to 3 pm daily! 414.242.6389
New This Year: Pumpkin Spice Latte
Pumpkin Spice Latte is a new pie flavor to the menu this year, and it is our Pie of the Month at all of our locations. The flavor was collaboratively created by the Honeypie Bakeshop.
Lead Baker Carly added, “I was definitely inspired by the cozy coffee flavors floating through the air this time of the year!”
Inspired by a fall favorite drink, this pie features a cream cheese-based pumpkin pie filling complete with a touch of coffee in our classic shortbread crust. The pie is decorated with a ring of whipped cream and a dusting of cinnamon.
Want to share something extra sweet? Bring along a gift to Thanksgiving. We now have digital gift cards available!
Need a fix of some goodies to get you through to the big feast? Stop by Today or order online!
At Smallpie, we truly are grateful for this community and the people who make it feel like home. Wishing you warmth, community, and plenty of pie. Happy Thanksgiving, Bay View!