For Immediate Release
Jan. 9, 2009
While today pie is often considered a dessert treat, in the 1890s, pie might have been a breakfast food or served at lunch for a burst of energy to help finish the daily chores. Visit Kline Creek Farm in Winfield for two upcoming programs on the history and how-tos of pie making.
For an in-depth experience, join "Pie-Baking Class" on Jan. 24. Two sessions are available, 9 a.m. – noon and 1 – 4 p.m. Participants will use old-fashioned techniques and tools to learn about crusts, fillings, toppings and more. Each person will take home recipes and the pie they create in class. "Pie-Baking Class" costs $25 per person. Advance reservations required by calling 630-876-5900.
During "Pies for the Farmer" on Jan. 25, visitors will see pies being made, enjoy the wonderful aromas from the wood-burning oven, and learn the secret to a flaky, tender crust. Children will be able to help roll out pie dough and make roly-polies, a bite-sized morsel made with raisins, cinnamon and scraps of dough. Everyone will hear tips and tricks, and recipes will be available. "Pies for the Farmer" is free, and reservations are not required. Demonstrations take place at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.
Kline Creek Farm is an 1890s living-history farm owned and operated by the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County. It is open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Thursdays through Mondays and is located on County Farm Road, one-half mile south of North Avenue. For information on programs and events, call the farm at 630-876-5900. For information on the Forest Preserve District, call 630-933-7200.
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Media Contacts: Pat Walton, Kline Creek Farm, 630-876-5902
Bonnie Olszewski, Office of Public Affairs, 630-871-6402