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The Pie Factory: Sweet Goodness Key Lime Pies
The Pie Factory is a haven for enthusiasts of pies, cakes and cookies.
Just as vivacious at 71 as she was when she opened The Pie Factory in Largo nearly 20 years ago, Bobbie Barmore is passionate about sharing her love for key lime pie. She walks behind the counter, pulls out a freshly prepared pie and places a slice on a plate. "See the pale yellow color? That is true key lime pie," Barmore explained. "Real key lime pie is not green. The green color you see in some key lime pies is from food coloring. You will never find a green key lime pie in our shop." Today, The Pie Factory makes an average of 1,500 to 2,000 pies a week that are sold via retail, wholesale and online. There are 35 types of pies on the menu, but key lime is still Barmore's favorite. Her fondness for the sweet delicacy is understandable. …
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