Sainsbury's 4 Crusty bake pork pies

Pork pie review by guest Canadian reviewer

I felt honoured and privileged to be asked to write this weeks review for Team Pork pie. I've lived in the UK now for almost 7 years and not once have tried a pork pie. Suffering from a bad hangover today, it seemed like the perfect opportunity to feast on some meaty greasy comfort food.

This week we are trying Sainsbury's own brand. On first sight, the generic packaging and cello wrap was slightly off putting. I suggested warming them up and was met with a resounding "NO!!" Alright then. (note to self, if I ever try them again a little sneaky zap in the oven MIGHT help).

The pastry was very thick, and Diji was impressed by its slightly matt finish. I would have preferred a lighter flakier crust and especially that it was eaten cold, it felt very greasy.

The meat inside was very dense, and on first site resembled dog food. I persevered. I'll leave it up to Melton the Mouth to report on how much meat it contained but it couldn't have been much. It was very low on seasoning and it might have been nice to detect some kind of savory spice. Dunno. The experts noted that there was too much air between the meat by product and

the crust.

In previous reviewing sessions where I was simply observing, I noticed a fair amount of a gelatinous substance surrounding the meat. This scared me. I didn't detect any until the third sample quarter. This I'm afraid was the clincher - trying to maintain a dignified presence when your gag reflex is kicking in is very difficult.

I wasn't entirely impressed by my first ever meat pie, but considering I love meat, and pie, and have a soft spot for meaty greasy food I might be up for trying it again.

This time, from Harrods or Selfridges food hall.

Thanks guys.

Pie 'but I will have a third piece' Eater

Non glossy Diji

Keeping the stats Melton the Mouth