Halal pies may not be new on the market but one set of locally produced homemade recipes are proving to be popular.

Piemezzanaes produced their first pies four years ago. Since then the company have seen demand for their authentic pies increase.

A spokesperson said: “We took some British classics and gave them a spicy twist and introduced some contemporary pies as new flavours. After working with a celebrity chef on the perfect pastry and how to fill the pies with fresh ingredients we launched the product 10 months ago.

“We have been really overwhelmed by the demand and positive response to our brand.”

Presently the company offer 18 different flavours with four vegetarian options. They also cater for weddings and special occasions.

Their most popular pies were the Taco pie - a creamy Mexican spiced pie, and the Buffalo Ranch - a sweet and spicy BBQ flavoured pie.

The spokesperson added: “Our pies are unique to other pies as we fill them with fresh ingredients and spices and herbs from around the world.

“We do not want people to just have another pie we want them to have a pie packed with exciting flavours that looks appetizing and is daring.”

Piemezzanae pies are currently sold at Melts Blackburn and the Mango bean cafe in Bolton and are available to order directly from piemezzanae via the Facebook page.