Piece of Cake, er, Pie…

You absolutely have to live up to a name like Pie Town and, at the Pie-O-Neer, that’s exactly what Kathy Knapp and her merry band of bakers do.

One of only two pie shops in Pie Town (stay tuned for a review of The Daily Pie, coming soon to this blog near you), the Pie-O-Neer is an Old West-style storefront complete with a porch and a swinging screen door. As we stepped in, Kathy greeted us with a cheery “Come on in, we’re closed!” Fortunately, she still had a couple of slices left of her famous O.P. Pie (that’s oatmeal and pecan) and Apple Crumb Pie. But the highlight of the visit—for me, at least—was the last pie to come out of the oven that day, the Cookie Pie: walnuts and oatmeal and golden raisins and apples, all cooked under a perfectly crunchy crust and served with a wonderful gob of vanilla ice cream on top. Seriously addicting.

Originally from Chicago, Kathy has spent the last 13 years making customers happy with her eclectic pie menu; she also serves a selection of freshly made sandwiches and the ubiquitous chili cheeseburgers. Her bakery/café/shop holds an intriguing collection of new stuff and found objects, and includes a library with titles as varied as the clients who walk through the door—some books are for borrowing, others are for buying, and if you have anything in your car that you’ve already read, donations and trades are encouraged. A display case holds copies of the Pie Town Cookbook, a selection of natural salves and handmade soaps, Native American jewelry, pottery, pine needle baskets and some really cool hand-painted gourds called “Galloping Gourds”. There’s also a small rack of super soft, 100% cotton, hand-dyed T-shirts appropriately named “Cop-a-Feel” for the textured patches they have on the front.

When you order, don’t be surprised if the waitress pulls up a chair to chat while she writes it down. It’s just that kind of a place—and you’ll be so glad it is.

The Pie-O-Neer is open Friday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It’s right off Highway US 60—you can’t miss it as you drive through town.

PS: In the immortal words of Kathy herself: “If you bake it, they will come”… And some have come from hundreds of miles away! Read on below… Also, here’s a link to a great article on Pie Town published in the Smithsonian Magazine.

http://www.roundamerica.com/pie-places.htm

http://www.joeberkovitz.com/blog/2007/05/16/new-mexico-episode-1-the-church-of-cartesian-space/

http://flapjackflanny.blogspot.com/2007_09_01_archive.html

http://www.sunset.com/sunset/food/package/0,20869,714295,00.html

http://allbutthedissertation.blogspot.com/2007/11/pie-town-part-2.html

http://www.flickr.com/photos/cobalt/351840748/

Pie-O-Neer, Pie Town, New Mexico

Quemado Lake: Snuffy’s Stuff for June

It’s summer and Snuffy’s over at Quemado Lake (just minutes from Ponderosa Views and Spring Canyon Ranch) has a whole lotta fun stuff going on. For starters, their summer hours are have kicked in and they now serve Breakfast and Lunch (8 a.m. to 3 p.m.), plus Dinner on the weekends (Fridays and Saturdays) is served till 7 p.m.

There’s a brand new Champagne Brunch on the menu for Sundays, served from 12 noon till 2 p.m., with “delectable fare” for $7.95 plus a complimentary glass of Champagne or a mimosa.

Don’t forget the monthly Fishing Derby on Father’s Day and on the 4th of July weekend! Entry fee is $10.00 for adults and only $5.00 for kids under 12. (Latest fishing reports say “it’s good!” Get your fishing license and supplies right at Snuffy’s.)

Also in June:

June 7 – Free Fishing Day

June 20 – First Day of Summer Picnic on the Deck

June 28 – Art on the Lawn from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Stay tuned for July Events!

Quemado Lake

Socorro Main Protagonist of Latest Sasha Solomon Mystery

Two-time Agatha Award nominee Pari Noskin Taichert visited the El Camino Real International Heritage Center today to discuss and sign copies of her latest Sasha Solomon mystery, the Socorro Blast. Readers who have followed Solomon on her first two adventures, The Clovis Incident and The Belen Hitch, head out with her to Socorro this time when she consults with town patriarch Papi Sanchez on how to bring tourism to Socorro County attractions, including the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, El Camino Real International Heritage Center and the Very Large Array telescope field, among others. Along the way, she uncovers some Sanchez family scandals and, of course, a crime: this time involving her favorite niece, Gabi.

“PR sleuth Sasha Solomon takes us on yet another rollercoaster read. Fans of Noskin Taichert will love the unexpected twists right up to the shocking conclusion. The Socorro Blast is her best work yet, as Sasha whips her way through one of New Mexico’s most diverse landscapes.” –Barbara Richardson, First Lady of New Mexico

Visit Paris Noskin Taichert’s website for a closer look at the author and her newest bestseller.

Carrizozo Events

Gold Rush Days-White Oaks

Take a trip back in time to when gold mining was a common way of life. Celebrating the heydays of life in White Oaks, there will be fun, music, gold panning, muzzleloader demonstrations, and parades. May 31st and June 1st in White Oaks, just 12 miles north of Carrizozo.

 

Music in the Parks-Valle Del Sol Gazebo

The second Music in the Parks free concerts will be held at the gazebo at Valle Del Sol, just east of the Golf Course. Featuring the Rich Chorle Blues Band. Free. Bring a hat and water. June 1st Starts at 2pm.

For more details, visit the Carrizozo Chamber of Commerce website.

 

New Documentary Follows the Trail of the Painted Ponies


The Trail Of Painted Ponies, by New Mexico film director – producer Elizabeth Gaylynn Baker, celebrates and commemorates the culture, music, and artistic culture of the U.S. Southwest, and New Mexico. The Trail Of Painted Ponies is a highly dramatic, and colorfully done documentary, narrated by Ali MacGraw. The documentary brightly presents life-size statues of horses made as “branded Art for Charity”, and has thrilled the imagination and hearts of thousands. Whether a horse person or art lover, you won’t want to miss experiencing this amazing enriching experience.This astonishing documentary highlights the inspired talents of globally-celebrated artists, including, Star Liana York, Tavlos, Yellowman, JD Challenger, Kevin Redstar, Robert Rivera, Gregory Lomayesva, Roger Montoya, Joel Nakamura, and many others.Each artistically made horse in this astonishing herd of some 120 ponies is totally unique and beautiful to behold. Some are ornamented with radically fantastic accouterments; others have been redesigned and completely remade; some are painted, and some are decorated with complex, glittering inlays of beads and glass. Each painted pony is as unique as the artist that made it, and will delight you. Please view the trailer free, here:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHfmvq6qWK8

Operations are based in Santa Fe, Albuquerque, and cover all of New Mexico.

About Spirit Productions
A Santa Fe and Albuquerque based, New Mexico movie and documentary production Company, covering all of New Mexico. We also engage in assignments such as TV commercials, film shorts, educational, motivational, and other video – film production.

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