Harwood Gold's Hand Pies

Tastemaker

By Anna Faller | July 19, 2025

With endless beach days on the horizon, a primo snack selection is a must. We’re talking sweet treats, bubbly drinks, and the pièce de résistance: homemade hand pies ($12.95) from Harwood Gold in Charlevoix. Rooted in similar on-the-go fare, like the classic Aussie meat pie or Midwestern pasty, these hearty handhelds come piping hot or frozen so you can stock your cooler through fall. Each bake features a scratch-made pastry crust and gourmet fillings, from wine-braised brisket with mushrooms, to chicken with leeks and portobellos, to brown lentil with veggies, and even a Plath’s bacon-studded breakfast pie. Pair one with a sweet-meets-tangy drizzle of Farm Style Ketchup (made with maple syrup!) and you’re ready for any summer adventure! Grab one—they’re a hefty individual size—at Harwood Gold Store & Café at 230 Bridge St. in Charlevoix. harwoodgold.com