*Pre-order* The Modern Pie Maker: A mouth-watering journey around Britain in eighty recipes (Calum Franklin)

Expected December 1, 2026. Available for pre-order now!

From the iconic Pork Pie to the little-known Buckinghamshire Bacon Badger, in this delicious new book, Calum Franklin gives British pies the appreciation they deserve.

Focusing on pastries across the British Isles, The Modern Pie Maker includes 80 recipes showcasing Chef Calum's contemporary takes on classic, deep-rooted traditional pies. The humble pie is one of the oldest forms of British cooking, and every region, or even town, has their specialties. Chef Calum takes us through the history of each of these beloved pies, their origins and nuances, and gives updated, elevated recipes for modern home cooking.

Expect to see:
- Stargazy Pie
- Homity Pie
- Macaroni Pie
- Balti Pie
- Cornish Pasty
- Norfolk Plough Pudding
- Forfar Bridies
- Welsh Oggie
- Manchester Tart
and many more!

As well as a full range of sauces and sides — and not forgetting sweet pies — plus the secrets to show-stopping decoration and making the perfect pastry, this is a deliciously modern tribute to a rich culinary heritage.