Birkenshaw v Brighouse
Saturday, 3rd February
Adjudicators: AB, JK
Birkenshaw fielded warm, juicy pies with a firm, almost hard crust. The meat was lightly seasoned and not over-salted. They made a strong start, leaving the adjudicators much impressed, and content, despite the inclement weather conditions.
Half-time drinks were taken in Bradford’s own Shoulder Of Mutton, where the old photographs gave cause for some reminiscing and googling.
Brighouse fielded a cold Pie, well-filled with what JK considered a tasty jelly. The pastry was equally crusty, but the meat was probably slightly over-salted, and was no match for the warm juiciness of the opening pie.
There was no hesitation on the adjudicators part, in awarding a comfortable home win to Birkenshaw. Post match analysis continued in Weartherspoons. All in all, a very satisfactory start to the 2018 Pie League Season.