Pies and tarts are baked dishes with a pastry base and often a filling of sweet or savory ingredients. Cakes are usually sweet and are filled or topped with ingredients such as fruit, cream, chocolate or custard, and are often served as a dessert or on special occasions. Pies can be sweet or savory and often contain fillings such as meat, fish, vegetables or fruit, enclosed in a pastry crust. Both are popular baked goods in many cuisines and are often served at parties, meals or as snacks.
