Happy Pi Day, Carroll Gardens! Pi is the Greek letter symbol for the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter (3.14). Ergo, Pi Day is celebrated by math enthusiasts around the world on March 14.
But ever since the holiday was first announced in 1988, pie lovers have jumped on the bandwagon to take advantage of a tasty play on words. Here are some of our favorite places to grab a slice of pie around the neighborhood:
: It's hard to choose a favorite among the seasonal offerings of Chocolate, Pecan, Pumpkin, Sour Cherry, Strawberry Rhubarb, Sweet Potato.
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If you've ever had the Pecan Pie Sundae, you've already stopped reading and are on your way.
: We are huge fans of the whoopie pies at this Dean Street establishment.
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: Offering slices of select pies until they sell out.
: Try the housemade Shoo-fly Pie. You won't regret it.
In other pie news, Carroll Gardens Patch has confirmed that Momofuku Milk Bar will soon be opening a Carroll Gardens outpost at 360 Smith Street featuring many of their delicious and quirky pies and treats. Stay tuned to Patch for a story next week with more details!
