In Australia we call it the good old Aussie Meat Pie, in fact over the years it has become an icon of the Australian Culture.
Some years back it joined up with two other Aussie icons, to form the theme; “The Holden, the Footy and the Aussie Pie”.

While today’s, consumption of the beef pie and sauce continues to be in the 10’s of millions, a number of Australian “Pie Pioneers” have chosen  to take the humble pie to the next level.

Now we have all too many pies to chose from and even gourmet pies which have become a popular choice amongst pie connoisseurs.

Such is the great choice of pies today “The Great Aussie Pie Competition” evolved, becoming a major food event held annually in Sydney & Melbourne.

In fact Pies are being judged all over the place at food fairs, town fairs, country shows and through media and other public events.

So one could imagine with all this “Pie Action” it would be a great challenge for any one baker to win a best pie competition.

Fortunately and after much effort and culinary integrity, Glenorie Bakery was successful in winning a series of best pie awards including gold, silver and bronze.
Many awards followed, then in June 2011 at the newly opened Australia’s Outback Bakehouse Windsor  “The Sydney Daily Telegraph food editor of Taste voted their Beef Pie in the top 5 pies in Sydney.

“As a family business we are stoked” says Robert Pirnia (Young Entrepreneur of the year 2011)
We have worked very hard to make the best pies and we now know we are amongst the best.

Each week make thousand of freshly baked pies, sausage rolls and vegetarian varieties too.
I believe our success comes from making the lightest pastry, choosing quality, Australian, beef and other natural ingredients.

Unlike many of our competitors we bake in small batches throughout the day, this ensures the pies are not only fresh, but hot too.
I invite you and others to be the ultimate judge as it is said “the proof of the pie is in the eating”

Today these searches now include the internet, Facebook and other forms of electronic media.

However, when it comes to fresh food, one cannot better  the; see, feel, smell and touch approach when choosing the very best for your family and friends.

In Australia we are surly blessed with such a great choice of local produce in a wealth of different styles from the many cultures residing in this great land.

This inheritance has impacted on the vast offering of prepared fine foods and other dishes for the festive season. In the midst of all this tradition, quality bakery products, remain at the top of the list.
And so it is when you walk into, either “Glenorie Bakery in Glenorie Village” or the “Outback Bakehouse Cafe in Windsor” you might feel as if you have just arrived in “Christmas Bakery Heaven”.

Owner Robert Pirina and his wonderful team will walk you through the many choices which have culminated from the expertise of generations of Italian and European heritage.

“And that is why I am proud to offer our scrumptious selection of quality Christmas fare” says Robert Pirnia, “Our traditional baking styles and quality stem from my grandparents and parents who have been my inspiration and source of knowledge”. Together we invite you to discover for yourself as you choose from our fine seasonal creations:

Christmas puddings in 3 sizes,
Christmas cakes and logs , deluxe fruit cakes and superb mince pies,
Gingerbread men, Shortbread and our unique selection of gift food presentations.

Of course they have so much more to offer throughout the year.

Until next Christmas, have a wonderful New Year

And remember  both shops  now are open 7 days a week, 363 days a year .

Our world class delicatessen offers the highest quality produce to provide you with exquisite selections of cold meat platters, cheese tasting platter as well as fruit and antipasto platters.

Phone our store to discuss your needs with our friendly team, on 02 9652 2624, or visit our bakery menu for more delectable finger food ideas http://glenoriebakery.com.au/bakery-menu

Gluten Free Bakery Products

Owner of Glenorie Bakery Rob Pirina, wanted to make bakery goods available to everyone, so his range of freshly frozen gluten free bakery products means customers can have access to his range of gluten free breads, pies and waffles at any time.

Discover the best ever meat pies just a short drive from Castle Towers shopping center and Parramatta Westfields in the sleepy township of Glenorie, in the Glenonie Village. The best ever pies in Sydney are found at the Glenorie Bakery and they are so good good because they are baked fresh daily on the premises. Not many bakeries can claim that these days.

Owner Rob Pirina has taken the humble meat pie to new taste sensation heights! People travel from all over Sydney to buy them. Fortunately for those who live “just too far” for a daily trip you can buy freshly frozen family pies in the bakery freezer section.

This award-winning bakery not only boasts some of the most-loved bakery goods, sandwiches, pastries and coffee in New South Wales, but also holds the title of the “home of Australia’s longest sausage roll”, which is no mean feat. The setting is lovely and the vibe is friendly – despite the brisk, no-fuss service – and the beef and burgundy pie, spinach and ricotta rolls and sweets like the mille-feuille are among the specialities reaching cult status among Sydneysiders from near and far. A bustling spot popular with families, mothers’ groups, friends and oldies, this place is a gem and, according to its devotees, well worth a trip to Glenorie for.

And don’t just come out for a plain meat pie, try the Lamp and Potato pie, Creamy chicken and vegetable pie, burgundy pie and so many more.

But don’t just take our word for it, this is what some of our customers had to say;

The Sydney Hills 2012 Kids Cupcake Bakeoff at Glenorie Bakery took place on another glorious Sunday morning with the temperature in the high 30’s, Glenorie Village shopping centre was again transformed into the venue for the“Hills Kids Cup Cake Bake Off” or as one parent described “cup cake central”.

With every seat taken and every space filled with supportive parents and friends, Rob Pirina event host and major sponsor was overwhelmed by the turnout.

For the last 7 days the Hill Kids Cupcake bakeoff has been running at a fever pitch with 42 finalists from 20 Primary schools across the Hill district and beyond were back with another serve of their miniature masterpieces.

The only one hurdle remaining was to please the judges and with Adriano Zumbo of Master Chef 2011 on hand nerves were beginning to show. On arrival Adriano he received a Hero’s welcome and his new book Zumbo just released parents and children lined up to buy a signed copy.

One by one each entry was judged and assisting Adriano was Andrew Morello The Apprentice Australia 2009.

Between them the challenge was formidable to come up with 4 young winners.
Categories; taste, originality, creativity and the Champion of Champions.

The 4 winners were;

Taste category
Isabella Cabral from Iron Bark Public School Yr 5
Creative Theme “hills honey heaven”
Prize presented by Ray Williams State Member the Hawkesbury

Creativity category
Bailea Titherage of Ropes Crossing Public School Yr 2
Theme “ice cream sundae cup cake supprise”
Prize presented by Andrew Morello 2009 Apprentice Australia

Originality category
Sebastian Berticcio of Rouse Hill Public School Yr 6
Theme “Japanese Take Out”
Prize presented by Federal Minister Hon Philip Ruddock Federal Minster

Champion of Champions
Natasha Pellizzer of St. Madelaines Primary School Yr 6
Theme: “Zumbolicious Petite Delicious”
Prize Presented by Adriano Zumbo
Presented with 2011 Hills Kids Cup Cake Bake Off trophy and a cheque for $1000, to be presented again at her school on Monday 21st .

Experience an authentic taste of Italian deli favourites from our range of high quality Italian and local produce. We love to support the local businesses in the Glenorie and Sydney Hills area.

View our range: http://glenoriebakery.com.au/bakery-menu

Combined with our fresh ground coffee, the Cafe menu incorporates our home made fresh baked goods, our finest deli ingredients and provides a wide assortment of sandwiches, rolls, pies, sausage rolls and of course the yummiest cakes for after.

Join us for lunch, have a peak at the cafe menu here: http://glenoriebakery.com.au/bakery-menu

Of course we are proud of our accomplishments and being voted best meat pie in NSW and being the home of the longest sausage roll makes us very proud!

Something people often don’t know is that we have a range of B.I.Y (bake-it-yourself) products, the family pies are great to pop in the freezer so you can have a little piece of Glenorie Bakery when ever you want.

But there is nothing like popping into the bakery for a pie, sausage roll or a quiche and sitting in our courtyard with the sound of the country around you.

If you are having a party we can supply bite size bakery treats, special occasion cakes and a selection of fruit, antipasto and cheese platters.

Visit us at the bakery for one of these delicious treats: http://glenoriebakery.com.au/bakery-menu