Vote for Sovereign Hill’s Award-Winning Pie!
August in Victoria brings crisp winter weather, lively regional festivals, and an undisputed local favourite: Ballarat’s Best Pie competition. Bringing together thirty of the region’s finest savoury and sweet creations, this annual event celebrates the depth of Victorian culinary talent.
We are thrilled to announce that our culinary team at Sovereign Hill has already taken home the official judge’s award for Best Bakery Pie: our Slow-Cooked Blade Steak Pepper Pie. Now, public voting is officially open for the People’s Choice Award, and we would love your support to bring the trophy home.
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Inspired by the rich heritage of the 1850s Victorian goldfields, our executive chefs designed this pie as a celebration of slow-cooked comfort food. At the heart of the recipe is premium beef blade steak and brisket, slow-roasted for hours until fall-apart tender.
The succulent beef is folded into a rich, peppery gravy that delivers a warming kick, perfect for a winter day in Ballarat. Encased in golden, flaky pastry and finished with a dusting of coarse cracked black pepper and fresh herbs, it offers a refined twist on a classic Australian bakery staple.
Visit Sovereign Hill to Try It Yourself
Planning a winter road trip to the goldfields? Our Slow-Cooked Blade Steak Pepper Pie is available as a takeaway offering at Sovereign Hill in Ballarat throughout August.
If you are popping in purely for lunch, Sovereign Hill provides a free 10-minute shopper’s pass for one individual per group. It makes grabbing a hot, freshly baked pie on the go effortless for locals and day-trippers alike.
Hospitality Excellence Across Victoria
Crafting an award-winning pie is part of our broader passion for regional Victorian hospitality. From managing iconic tourism destinations to delivering tailored corporate catering and bespoke weddings, our culinary team prides itself on showcasing local provenance and craftsmanship.
How to Vote for our Slow-Cooked Blade Steak Pepper Pie (and Win a $1,200 Ballarat Getaway)
By voting for our Slow-Cooked Blade Steak Pepper Pie, you also enter the draw to win a luxury $1,200 weekend escape for two in Ballarat, including accommodation at Sovereign Park Motor Inn, VIP passes to Sovereign Hill, and local dining vouchers.
Voting closes at 11:59pm on 31 August.