NH Chronicle: Savory pies warm customers up as winter rolls in

Pot pies take center stage

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Updated: 1:57 PM EST Nov 17, 2025

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It’s pie week, and it’s not all about dessert. Tonight, we are highlighting some savory stars that steal the show. From pot pies to pub pies and pork pies, these comfort food staples will warm any winter table. Plus, at Martha’s Restaurant, Lebanese meat pies are served with a side of perseverance and a big helping of family. And, we explore a desire to teach, learn, and embrace skills from days gone by at The Mill Hollow School in Keene. Audrey Cox made the trip and checked out some of the old school ways they’re keeping tradition alive.For more information on tonight’s stories: Fat Hen Brewing CompanyExeter, NHThe Pot Pie BarDerry, NHThwaites MarketMartha’s RestaurantHampton Falls, NHMill Hollow Works Craft SchoolHosting this week from: Cheshire Children’s MuseumKeene, NH

November 17th, 2025 —

It’s pie week, and it’s not all about dessert. Tonight, we are highlighting some savory stars that steal the show. From pot pies to pub pies and pork pies, these comfort food staples will warm any winter table.

Plus, at Martha’s Restaurant, Lebanese meat pies are served with a side of perseverance and a big helping of family.

And, we explore a desire to teach, learn, and embrace skills from days gone by at The Mill Hollow School in Keene. Audrey Cox made the trip and checked out some of the old school ways they’re keeping tradition alive.

For more information on tonight’s stories:

Fat Hen Brewing Company

Exeter, NH

The Pot Pie Bar

Derry, NH

Thwaites Market

Martha’s Restaurant

Hampton Falls, NH

Mill Hollow Works Craft School

Hosting this week from:

Cheshire Children’s Museum

Keene, NH

Dining and Cooking