Celebrate Pi Day in SWMI
Math fans everywhere have recently started celebrating a new holiday to coincide with the first three numbers of Pi: 3.14.
Every year on March 14, just before 2:00 PM, those looking for numerical fun are invited to celebrate by eating a delectable, circular dessert.
Which begs the question – where exactly can you find the best pies near you? And don’t just limit yourself to dessert pie. We’ve included both sweet and savory options in the Kalamazoo area offering mouth-watering breakfast pie (quiche) and traditional desserts.
Whether you are on a mission to celebrate everything circular or simply looking for the best pies in town, head to one of these restaurants or bakeries.
Kalamazoo’s Best Pies
Bert’s Bakery – Kalamazoo
4419 S Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 349-2091
Bert’s Bakery is known for wedding and special occasion cakes, but they also offer pies. Some options are available for walk-in orders or you can special order by calling ahead.
Sarkozy Bakery
350 East Michigan Ave Suite 100, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 342-1952
Judy Sarkozy, owner of Sarkozy Bakery, can often be found around town and at the farmer’s market.
Stop by and see the location where her delicious baked goods get their start. Along with fresh breads and pastries, Sarkozy Bakery also offers sweet and savory hand pies.
Summer Thyme Café
3928 Portage Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 903-3104
Stop in to Summer Thyme Café for a piece of pie. Offering a full menu, their pies are the perfect after meal treat. Other dessert options include slices of cake, sundaes, smoothies, and shakes.
The Victorian Bakery
512 N Park St Suite B, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 553-6194
Enjoy a slice of quiche filled with seasonal ingredients. Call ahead to order a full quiche to enjoy with the entire family. The Victorian Bakery also features other desserts including cakes, cookies, cheesecake, and peanut butter pie.
Portage’s Best Pies
Chocolatea
S7642 S Westnedge Ave, Portage, MI 49002
(269) 903-2447
Chocolatea not only has their trademark selection of teas and chocolates, but they also offer a daily selection of quiches, and a large selection of baked goods, including pies.
Grand Traverse Pie Company
5303 S Westnedge Ave, Portage, MI 49002
(269) 903-4991
The Grand Traverse Pie Company offers a whopping 40 varieties of pie. Their extensive list includes eight types of apple, gluten-free, sugar-free, and their scrumptious chocolate cherry ganache.
Try out their quiche or pot pie, if you’re looking for a savory treat.
The Bakewell Company
2725 E Milham Ave, Portage, MI 49002
(269) 459-8030
The Bakewell Company offers delicious quiches and pot pies. All items are fully cooked and frozen, so you heat it up at home. You can find The Bakewell Company sold at The Cheese Lady and other locations around town.
Surrounding Communities
Bert’s Bakery– Comstock
309 River St, Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(269) 349-2091
The original location of Bert’s Bakery offers specialty cakes, pies and other desserts. Walk-in treats are available. Specialty orders are processed through the Westnedge location, but can be picked up at this location.
Four Roses
663 N 10th St, Plainwell, MI 49080
(269) 685-1077
Four Roses specializes in locally sourced, freshly prepared food. With a dessert menu that changes daily, options at Four Roses include Caribbean Caramel Ice Cream Pie, Kentucky Bourbon Pie, and Peanut Butter Pie.
Ryske & Co
7141 West Q Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 978-8600
Ryske’s in Texas Corners bakes all of their homemade desserts and pies from scratch. Stop by their bakery to pick up one of their coconut cream or French silk pies for home, or dine inside with a piece of their Dutch apple a la mode.
Pi Day at Home
If you’re looking to have more circular fun, try one of these fun ways to celebrate at home:
- Make your own pie with your kids with one of these 12 Pies So Easy Kids Can Make Them.
- Grab a Marie Callender pie from the grocery store and teach your preschooler about fractions.
- Read a picture book that teaches about pi: Sir Cumference and the Dragon of Pi.
- Celebrate other ways with the kids with this huge list of Pi Day Activities.
Did we miss one of your favorite bakeries or restaurants? Tell us in the comments where to find the best pies in Kalamazoo.