The pandemic pie peak has passed but we’re far from the demise of an Australian classic

Consumption of meat pies has fallen back to pre-Covid levels, reflecting a return to normal patterns rather than a long-term crisis, experts say

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One of Australia's favourite foods, the meat pie, was reported to be an endangered species this past week, with headlines warning the iconic" food was dying out", and reports citing falling sales. But reports of its death may be somewhat exaggerated.

While meat pie sales have dipped to their lowest levels since 2019, it could be a case of the nation recalibrating its pie-eating habits after Covid-19 lockdowns sent demand for frozen pies into overdrive.

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