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# Gourmet Pie Tastings
This Event Allows Guests to Sample Decadent Desserts and Homemade Ice Cream

By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-09-10 | Marketing
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-pie
References: [grubstreet](http://www.grubstreet.com/2015/09/dominique-ansel-pie-night.html) & [nymag](http://nymag.com/listings/restaurant/dominique-ansel-kitchen/?_ga=1.74673426.1028310568.1441827935)

Dominique Ansel is set to host New York's first gourmet pie tasting on October 1st. The brilliant pastry chef is well known for his decadent dessert creations, which include [Magic Soufflé](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/full-bloom-installation), [Frozen S](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-cream-pies)'mores and the Cronut. Now the famous baker is turning his attention to a beloved American dish.

The lavish after-hours event is called 'Pie Night' and is set to take place at the [Dominique Ansel Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresh-peaches-cream-choux-puff). Guests who purchase a ticket to the event will be treated to nine gourmet pies, a glass of Champagne and bowls of homemade ice cream. The pies featured at the event will include classics such as blueberry pie and pecan pie as well as more unusual dishes such as dark-meat chicken pie and a roasted tomato tart.

For those who are eager to indulge in a night of pie tasting, tickets for the event go on sale on September 10th.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.9/10
- Popularity: 39% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Gourmet Pie Tasting Events:** Opportunity to create unique and immersive experiences around gourmet pie tastings, offering a variety of creative pie flavors and pairings.
- **Decadent Pie Creations:** Innovative dessert chefs and bakers can experiment with unconventional pie fillings and flavor combinations to create new and exciting pie offerings.
- **Combining Savory and Sweet Pies:** Introducing savory pie options alongside traditional sweet pies, providing a unique dining experience and catering to different taste preferences.

### Where This Applies

- **Event Planning and Catering:** Opportunity to specialize in organizing and catering gourmet pie tasting events, collaborating with professional chefs and pastry experts to create memorable experiences.
- **Dessert and Bakery Industry:** Bakeries and dessert shops can create and market their own unique pie creations, showcasing innovative flavors and attracting pie enthusiasts.
- **Hospitality and Restaurant Industry:** Restaurants and hotels can introduce gourmet pie tasting menus or dedicated pie nights as a way to attract customers looking for indulgent dessert experiences.

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