The cartoon phenomenon in which characters float over to windowsills by the smell of a fresh pie? Expect to see a lot of that occurring on the way to Brooklyn next week. Next Sunday, something very British is drifting across the borough, and it smells like comfort, craft, and buttery perfection.
London’s cult-favorite pastry masters, Willy’s Pies, are crossing the pond for a one-day-only takeover at Layla on Sunday, February 22nd. If you missed last year’s sold-out pop-up, consider this your official “crust-alert.”
🥧 Inside The Pop-Up
The shop’s founders, Will Lewis and Josh Hill, will be on hand, serving a single, meticulously crafted offering: chicken, pancetta, and tarragon pie, paired with creamy mash, rich gravy, and buttered greens. Every component, from the flaky pastry to the house-made stock, underscores Willy’s mission: pies are not cheap snacks; they are elevated comfort food.
Since its London inception, Willy’s has produced 10,000 pies a week, using only the finest British and Irish meat. Their previous NYC pop-up sold out in under 24 hours, and this year promises to be no different. For American fans, it’s a rare chance to taste the pies that have captured Londoners’ hearts—without hopping on a plane.
🎟️ How To Experience The Pies
Booking opens Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Mark your calendars. Come for the pie, stay for the craft, and leave wondering why you ever underestimated this humble British classic.
Save yourself the 7-hour flight to Heathrow. The best of London is coming to you—just make sure you’re fast enough to catch it.