"The 40Under40 awards recognize creative young professionals, all under the age of 40, who are dedicated to personal and professional development. These are individuals that serve as role models for their colleagues and are motivated to succeed in their distinct fields. They are hard workers who have truly mastered the "art" of leadership."
2011 Daytime Emmy Awards in Las Vegas - June - 2011
Michele's Pies Chococolate Pecan bourbon Pie was featured in the attendee gift bags at this exciting event. Over 1400 guests walked away with a delicious slice of CT!
Michele was featured in the Hartford Courant in the Flavor Living Section. Article titile, "Slice of Heaven, Michele Albano makes her grandma's pies famous and fulfills lifelong dream. Written by Jan Spiegel.
Guest Chef on "What's Cooking" on Channel 12 - September - 2010
Michele appeared as the guest chef on "What's Cooking" on chanel 12
Guest Speaker - September - 2010
Michele was the featured speaker to open the Small Business Academy through the Norwalk Chamber of Commerce. Michele completed this small business academy just three years ago.
National Pie Championships - April - 2010
5 First Place in Commercial Division: Lemon-Lime Blackberry, Tiramisu Pie, The Ultimate Banana Split, Coconut Custard, Key Lime
2 First Place in Professional Division: Lemon-Lime Blackberry, Tiramisu Pie
Honorable Mention in Professional Division: Chocolate Caramel Pecan
Channel 3's Better Connecticut - November - 2009
Michele appeared on Channel 3's Better Connecticut show on November 10, 2009
The Stamford Advocate - November - 2009
Article featuring Michele's Pies Throwdown with Bobby Flay
Food Network Appearance on Channel 3 Hartford - November - 2009
Appearance as guest chef on Channel 3 Hartford's, Better Connecticut to promote our show on Food Network
Food Network Appearance - November - 2009
Michele appeared on Food Networks Throwdown with Bobby Flay in a pumpkin pie throwdown. The pie that was featured was a Maple Pumpkin with Pecan Streusel.
Sugar Free Apple Apple Crumb Coconut Cream Trick-or-Treat Pie Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pecan Chocolate Peanut Butter Dream
Honorable Mention – Professional Division, Butterscotch Pecan
Norwalk Chamber of Commerce - June - 2009
Michele's Pies received the Norwalk Small Business Award.
The Norwalk Citizen - May - 2009
Article in paper written by Nicole Rivard
Appearance as Guest Chef - January - 2009
Appearance as Guest Chef on Channel 3 Better Connecticut in honor of National Pie Day
Appearance as Guest Chef - November - 2008
Appearance as Guest Chef on Channel 3 Hartfords, Better Connecticut
Appearance on Good Morning America for their Best Slice of Pie in the Nation Contest - November - 2008
GMA received letters from customers of over 200 pie shops in America in their search to find the best slice of pie in the Nation. Michele’s Pies was choosen based on the numerous letters written in from customers and the signature pie was the Chocolate Pecan Bourbon Pie.
Channel 12 Appearance - November - 2008
Channel 12 Appearance when we arrived back from Good Morning America
Channel 12 Appearance - November - 2008
Channel 12 Appearance including live shots from the bakery for the preparation of Thanksgiving Pies
