Kate McDermott will speak about her book “Art of the Pie: A Practical Guide to Homemade Crusts, Filling and Life” at the Jefferson County Library in Port Hadlock on Wednesday night. (Jefferson County Library)

Kate McDermott will speak about her book “Art of the Pie: A Practical Guide to Homemade Crusts, Filling and Life” at the Jefferson County Library in Port Hadlock on Wednesday night. (Jefferson County Library)

Kate McDermott to talk about pies — and life — in Port Hadlock

PORT HADLOCK — For years, the world’s culinary superstars have traveled to Kate McDermott’s legendary Pie Cottage in Port Angeles to learn pie baking techniques at her Pie Camps.

On Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., this nationally recognized pie expert will share her secrets at the Jefferson County Library, 620 Cedar Ave., in a free author’s talk about her publishing debut, “Art of the Pie: A Practical Guide to Homemade Crusts, Filling and Life.”

Known as “The Piechiatrist,” McDermott never dreamed that making mud pies in her backyard would be the first step to a James Beard nomination for her best-selling book, according to a news release.

At the talk, McDermott will share her story and answer questions about pie and life itself.

McDermott explained why the time had come to share her wisdom in a book.

“I want to pass on the craft of piemaking to as many as I possibly can,” she said. “Since not everyone can join me at my Pie Cottage baking counter, I wrote ‘Art of the Pie’ so I could ‘join’ others at theirs.”

All are welcome. Seating will be limited, so plan to arrive early to ensure a seat.

For more information, visit jclibrary.info or call 360-385-6544.

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