Homity Pie: The Legacy of the Devon Land Girls

Strap in folks, we're about to dive headfirst into some Devon history! Picture this: a flaky, golden crust cradling the rich filling of potatoes, onions, cheese and herbs—utter comfort in every bite. Yup, we're talking about the homity pie— have you ever wondered why it holds such a special place in the hearts (and stomachs) of pie lovers everywhere?

Let's rewind the clock and venture back to the rolling hills of Devon, England, back to 1939, smack dab in the middle of World War II. Enter the fearless Devon Land Girls, the unsung heroes of agriculture who rolled up their sleeves and kept the nation fed during times of scarcity. In the midst of war, where rations were stretched thin and pockets were pinched tight, the homity pie emerged from the sheer ingenuity of the Devon Land Girls; the legendary homity pie was born. Crafted from humble ingredients plucked straight from the earth, this savoury sensation became a beacon of comfort in the darkest of times. Talk about a pie with a backstory!

Legend has it that the name "homity" derives from the acronym "HOw Many In Takes Today?", a question the Land Girls were asked to ensure they consumed enough calories to sustain their strenuous work. And what better way to do that than with a hearty pie bursting with flavour and goodness?

Here's a juicy little bit of information for you: the origin of the homity pie is a bit of a mystery wrapped in a flaky crust. Some sources swear by its Devonian roots, dubbing it "The Devon Pie," while others point their fingers at Cranks Vegetarian Restaurant in London as its origin. They've even stated the pie was “a good old English country recipe." Well, wherever it came from originally, one thing's for sure: we owe Cranks a nod of appreciation for throwing the homity pie into the limelight and making it the household name it is today. Cheers to Cranks for bringing this savoury sensation to the masses! 🥧

But what sets the homity pie apart from its competitors? It's all in the filling, my friends. Potatoes, onions, and cheese—simple ingredients that marry together in perfect harmony. Add a dash of herbs for that extra flavour kick, and you've got a recipe for pure satisfaction.

Fast forward to today, where the homity pie continues to steal the spotlight. In a world where dietary restrictions reign supreme, our gluten-free homity pie steps up to the plate, offering a delectable alternative without compromising on flavour.
Picture yourself sinking your teeth into a warm slice of gluten-free homity pie, the crust crisp and buttery with the filling oozing with cheesy goodness. It's comfort food at its finest, minus the gluten guilt. Whether you're a die-hard vegetarian or just craving a meat-free delight, our homity pie delivers satisfaction in every bite.

Is it the reigning champ of vegetarian pies? You betcha! Its rich history and hearty flavour make it the undisputed heavyweight in the world of meatless pies. Plus we think it's as Devonian as it gets, so you know it's got that authentic stamp of approval!
So, the next time you're hankering a pie, look no further than the homity pie. Whether you're flying solo, sharing it with your crew, or hosting a shindig, one thing's for sure: you'll be coming back for seconds, thirds, and maybe even fourths!

Let's raise a fork to the Devon-born gluten free homity pie—a classic that proves good taste knows no bounds. Cheers to that! 🥧