The Scotch pie originated in Scotland,[3] but can be found in other parts of the United Kingdom and abroad.

[citation needed] Scotch pies are often sold alongside other types of hot food in football grounds, traditionally accompanied by a drink of Bovril, resulting in the occasional reference to football pies.

The traditional filling of mutton is often highly spiced with black pepper and other ingredients and is placed inside a shell of hot water crust pastry.

Every year, since 1999, Scottish Bakers,[4] a trade association, hold the World Championship Scotch Pie Awards.

[5] The winner of the Scotch pie section of the competition is judged to be the World Champion.