For Pie Enthusiasts; Contest Information

Although I don't take part in any cooking contests, nor am I sponsored or being reimbursed for this post, I got this in my email and thought I'd pass it on to any of my readers interested in taking part in the 15th Annual Crisco National Pie Championships. I know nothing about the contest, since I don't take part and never plan to - but thought I'd pass along the information from my email box.

15th Annual APC/Crisco® National Pie Championships

The American Pie Council and Crisco® seek junior, amateur, professional and commercial bakers to compete in more than 25 pie flavor categories for the National Pie Championships. Prizes to include Sears Kenmore ranges, Chef Depot gift certificates, Crisco® gift baskets, cash awards, and most importantly bragging rights as the best pie maker in the nation. April 24-26, 2009. Ramada Orlando Celebration Resort and Convention Center, Kissimmee, Fla, 34747.

Entry forms due April 9, 2009. For registration and more information visit, www.piecouncil.com

2009 APC Great American Pie Festival Sponsored by Crisco®

2009 THE GREAT AMERICAN PIE FESTIVAL, sponsored by Crisco® and the American Pie Council, featuring all-you-can-eat 55,000 slice Never Ending Pie Buffet, pie baking competition, cooking demonstrations, pie eating contest, games, music, "PIecasso" crafts and other pie-related festivities. Sat., April 25, 11 am - 7 pm, and Sun., April 26, noon to 5 pm. Lakeside Park at 631 Sycamore St. in downtown Celebration, Florida 34747.

Festival is free to the public. Never Ending Pie Buffet is $10 for Adults, $5 for Seniors 65 plus and for children ages 6 to 12, children under age 6 are free. (407) 566-2200, www.piecouncil.org.