How To Have Pub Grub At Home!

Pub Grub Season is Here - Bring the Boozer to You! 🍻

The leaves are turning, the evenings are darker, and the chill in the air is officially telling us: pub grub season has arrived!! 🍻

You know the drill… nothing hits the spot quite like a cold pint and a plate of something hearty when autumn rolls in. A proper pie, mash and gravy. That’s the dream.

But here’s the kicker: pub prices these days are enough to make you spill your pint!! Fifteen quid for a "pie of the day"? Don’t get us wrong, we love a good pub trip – but why not skip the faff, keep the cash, and bring the pub home instead? That’s where Chunk comes in.

We’ve got a whole line-up of award-winning pies that are basically “pub classics in pastry”. You choose your favourite flavour, stick on the mash, pour the gravy, and boom – you’ve got the ultimate pub plate right in your kitchen.

Let’s break it down:

🥩 Steak & Ale Pie – The Proper Classic

Rich chunks of West Country beef, slow-cooked in Salcombe Brewery’s velvety porter, all wrapped up in buttery shortcrust. The depth of flavour in this one makes it the heavyweight champ of pub grub.

Best with: Creamy mash, roasted carrots and parsnips.
Gravy match: A dark, boozy onion gravy.
Raise a glass: Nothing but a pint of porter or a smooth bitter will do.

🐔 Chicken, Leek & Bacon Pie – Comfort in a Crust

This is the pie equivalent of a hug. Succulent chicken, smoky bacon, sweet leeks and a creamy sauce. Comfort food turned up to eleven.

Best with: Fluffy mash or buttery new potatoes.
Gravy match: A white wine cream sauce or just a drizzle of the pie’s own creamy filling.
Raise a glass: Crisp Sauvignon Blanc, or a cider if you’re keeping it West Country.

🌶️ Kickin’ Chicken Pie – Spice Up Your Supper

For when you fancy something with a bit of fire. Tender chicken, warming spices and a proper chilli kick. Not your average pub pie, but the zing is addictive.

Best with: Chips to soak up the heat.
Gravy match: Honestly, this one sings without – just add a dollop of sour cream or yoghurt.
Raise a glass: A crisp lager or cold IPA to keep things balanced.

🥧 Steak & Kidney Pie – The Traditionalist

Pie Individual Steak and Kidney Pie Chunk of Devon

If pies had ancestry.com, this one would be the family patriarch. Beef and kidney slow-cooked in a rich gravy – it’s nostalgic, bold, and unapologetically British.

Best with: Creamy mash and mushy peas.
Gravy match: Thick beef gravy, no messing about.
Raise a glass: A pint of bitter, the way it’s been for generations.

🐔 Chicken, Mushroom & Tarragon Pie – French Pub Flair

Creamy chicken, earthy mushrooms and fragrant tarragon – this is pub grub with a French twist. Still hearty, but a touch more refined.

Best with: Dauphinoise potatoes or buttery mash.
Gravy match: A silky white wine sauce.
Raise a glass: Chardonnay, or go bold with a strong Belgian blonde beer.

Butternut Squash & Goats Cheese Pie – Veggie Heaven

Pub grub isn’t just for carnivores. This one is packed with sweet roasted butternut squash, tangy goats cheese, and a handful of fresh herbs. Hearty, filling, and perfect for meat-free Mondays (or any day of the week).

Best with: Crispy roast potatoes and garlicky green beans.
Gravy match: Skip it – go for a drizzle of balsamic glaze instead.
Raise a glass: A glass of red wine with a bit of bite – maybe a Rioja – or a spiced cider.

Create Pub Vibes at Home!

It’s not just about the food. Half the fun of a pub is the atmosphere – and you can recreate that at home without splashing out! Light a few candles, pull a couple of pints (or crack a few bottles), and invite your mates or family round for a pie night.

Want to go all out? Stick on a dartboard or get the board games out – suddenly you’re the landlord of your own living room!!

And the best bit? You don’t have to queue at the bar, there’s no last orders, and you’ll spend less on a full pie feast than you would on one “pub special” and a drink!

So here’s the plan: pick your favourite pie, whip up the sides, pour yourself a pint and settle in. Pub grub season has officially arrived – and the best boozer in town is now your kitchen.

Go on, Take a Chunk!