7 of our favourite meat pies in Canberra (part one!)

Key points

• A food writer has picked seven favourite meat pies in Canberra, judging them on quality ingredients, flaky pastry and a filling that avoids a soggy base. Smoke Masters BBQ in Fyshwick is praised for its brisket pies, which often sell out early.
• Red Hill Butchery's pies use dry-aged beef, while Griffith Butchery offers homemade pies sold hot or cold. Gum Tree Pies, based in Yackandandah, is included because it sells at the Capital Region Farmers Market.
• A second instalment is promised.