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He recently hosted a March 30 book launch party for “The World’s Largest Cherry Pie,” a collection of poetry by his friend Sophie Appel, that featured a harpist and tea tasting.

When Sherry prods him to take his first bite of solid food, Quaid does for the cherry pie what his real-life mother Meg Ryan once did for the pastrami sandwich.

Regardless of the meaning behind the pie, one thing is certain: cherry pie has cemented itself as more than just a dessert — it’s a cultural artifact, beloved by “Twin Peaks fans” and pastry enthusiasts alike.

“The most important thing when making cherry pie filling,” Baldwin said, “is to use sour cherries.”

Salon reached out to the Institute of Culinary Education and spoke with Chef-Instructor Kierin Baldwin to uncover the secrets to making the best cherry pie.