“What Makes Our Margherita Pizza Truly Authentic”
At our restaurant, the Margherita pizza isn’t just another item on the menu—it’s a symbol of tradition, simplicity, and Italian culinary excellence. Each pizza we serve is a tribute to centuries-old techniques and the timeless flavors that define authentic Neapolitan pizza. Our process begins with the heart of any great pizza: the dough. We prepare it fresh daily using only four essential ingredients—Italian flour, water, sea salt, and yeast. The dough is then allowed to rest and ferment for at least 24 hours, developing the light, airy texture and slight tang that define true Neapolitan crust. Each ball of dough is hand-stretched by our trained pizzaiolos—never rolled or machine-pressed—ensuring a soft, chewy interior with a crisp, slightly charred edge.
The sauce is made from San Marzano tomatoes, hand-crushed to preserve their natural sweetness and vibrant acidity. Grown in the volcanic soil of southern Italy, these tomatoes are famous for their deep, rich flavor. We use them raw, seasoned lightly with sea salt and fresh basil, allowing their freshness to shine through.
For the cheese, we use only the finest Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP, sourced from Italy. This buffalo milk cheese is prized for its creamy texture and subtle tang, melting beautifully across the hot surface of the pizza without overpowering the other ingredients. Fresh basil leaves are torn and added just before baking to preserve their aroma and color, and a light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil—cold-pressed and full of fruity, peppery notes—finishes the pizza. This combination of just a few high-quality ingredients creates a perfect harmony of flavor, color, and texture that embodies the spirit of Italian cooking.
Each pizza is baked in our traditional wood-fired oven at temperatures nearing 900°F (480°C). In just 90 seconds, the crust puffs, blisters, and takes on that unmistakable “leopardine” pattern—blackened spots that indicate a well-cooked, artisanal pie. But authenticity goes beyond ingredients and equipment. It’s in the technique, the respect for tradition, and the passion we put into every step. Our chefs follow guidelines established by the Association Verace Pizza Napoletana (AVPN), ensuring that every Margherita pizza we serve honors the original recipe created in Naples over a century ago.
Named after Queen Margherita of Savoy, this pizza features the colors of the Italian flag—red tomato, white mozzarella, and green basil—and remains a national treasure to this day.
We serve our Margherita pizza whole, as is tradition, encouraging guests to enjoy it in the Neapolitan way—folded, shared, and savored slowly. It’s not just food; it’s an experience, a connection to Italy’s culinary heritage, and a celebration of the beauty found in simplicity. So, what makes our Margherita pizza truly authentic?
It’s the purity of the ingredients, the care in preparation, the fire of the oven, and the soul of Naples in every slice.
🍕 What Makes Our Margherita Pizza Truly Authentic
At our restaurant, the Margherita Pizza is more than just a classic—it's a masterpiece rooted in Italian heritage, crafted with passion, precision, and a deep respect for tradition. Every step of the process, from dough to oven, reflects our commitment to authenticity and quality.
🌾 It Starts With the Dough
Our dough is made fresh every day using only four natural ingredients: Italian-milled flour, water, sea salt, and a touch of yeast. We allow it to ferment slowly for at least 24 to 48 hours, giving it time to develop its signature light texture, rich flavor, and digestibility. The result? A soft, airy interior and a beautifully crisp, blistered crust—just like you'd find on the streets of Naples.
🍅 The Sauce: Pure San Marzano Tomatoes
We use only San Marzano tomatoes, grown in the volcanic soil of Southern Italy. These tomatoes are world-renowned for their sweetness, low acidity, and vibrant flavor. Rather than cooking the sauce, we crush them by hand and season lightly with sea salt to preserve their natural freshness. No sugar, no additives—just honest, bold tomato flavor.
🧀 Cheese That Tells a Story
Our pizza features Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP, a creamy, rich cheese made from the milk of Italian water buffalo. This cheese is soft, slightly tangy, and melts beautifully when kissed by the heat of our wood-fired oven. Every bite gives you the perfect balance of richness and freshness.
🌿 Fresh Basil & Extra Virgin Olive Oil
To honor the colors of the Italian flag—red, white, and green—we top our Margherita with fresh basil leaves just before baking. These add a bright, aromatic note that completes the flavor profile. A final drizzle of cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil brings it all together, adding depth and a hint of peppery richness.
🔥 Fired to Perfection
Our pizzas are baked in a traditional wood-fired oven at around 900°F (480°C). In just 90 seconds, the high heat produces a golden, charred crust with leopard-like spots known as "leoparding"—a hallmark of true Neapolitan pizza. The intense heat also locks in moisture and enhances the natural flavors of each ingredient.
🇮🇹 Tradition You Can Taste
Our recipe follows the strict standards set by the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana (AVPN)—the global authority on authentic Neapolitan pizza. We don’t overtop, overload, or overcomplicate. The Margherita is intentionally simple, allowing each ingredient to shine on its own and as part of the whole.
This pizza is named after Queen Margherita of Savoy, who was served the now-famous red, white, and green pizza in 1889. Since then, it has become a timeless Italian symbol of culinary artistry.
✅ Why Ours Stands Out:
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100% Imported Italian ingredients (flour, tomatoes, mozzarella)
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Hand-stretched dough, never rolled
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Wood-fired oven for authentic flavor and texture
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Adherence to traditional Neapolitan techniques
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Served whole, not sliced—just like in Italy
🍽️ A Simple Pizza, Done Exceptionally Well
When you order our Margherita, you’re not just getting pizza—you’re experiencing a piece of Italy. A dish that’s minimalist in ingredients but rich in flavor, culture, and heart. Whether you’re enjoying it for the first time or the hundredth, our Margherita promises a connection to the tradition, passion, and soul of authentic Italian pizza-making.
