Pizza 101

If you have tried to find out how to season a pizza stone, you may have come across some conflicting information. Some guides advise seasoning a pizza stone with oil, please don’t do this. (Its going to smell and cause smoke….read on to find out why) Some equipment does need seasoning and I think this … Read more

Is your pizza dough too sticky? Its incredibly annoying when you knead the dough and it sticks to your fingers. When the dough is sticky it will get stuck on your countertop, in the proofing box. More commonly it gets stuck to the pizza peel, which makes it harder to launch it into the oven. … Read more

If I’m looking for thaw frozen pizza dough, I’ll take it out of the freezer and put it in the refrigerator. You should do this the evening before or in the morning of the day you plan to make pizza. You want to make sure it’s been in the fridge for at least 12 hours. … Read more

Ever heard the word cornicione and wondered what it actually means? Cornicione is an Italian word that means “the crust.” when it comes to pizza. However, there is alot of confusion when it comes to this word. In this article, I’m going to be explaining what it is and how to make it the perfect … Read more

Anyone who loves homemade pizza knows the importance of owning a pizza stone. This flat stone is what you need to make pizza with a crispy crust. Despite its usefulness, a pizza stone is exceptionally fragile. It can easily crack, discolor, and absorb soap. That’s why you need to be cautious when handling and cleaning … Read more

Once the pizza dough has been produced, it has a limited lifespan and must be kept in the proper conditions to keep. If you store the dough in the wrong way or leave it for too long, then it will start to taste bad and cannot be shaped. It pretty much becomes a blob of … Read more

Have you ever wondered what makes a good pizza dough? Well, the answer is hydration. Hydration can be described as how much water is present in the dough and is one of the most important factors when talking about making pizza. This article will go into detail on hydration and its importance to your pizza … Read more

When it comes to pizza, the most important thing is the crust. Sauce, cheese and the toppings are important. They however mean nothing if the crust is not very good. In order to get a good crust, it all starts with the pizza dough. This guide is going to show you everything you need to … Read more

It’s no secret that pizza is one of America’s favorite comfort foods. In fact, there are so many different variations on the classic dish that it can be hard to know where to start. If you’re feeling adventurous, why not try out one of the eight different types of pizza crusts listed below? From thin … Read more

With so many different types of cheese, have you ever wondered what is the best cheese for pizza? I sure have! In this article i’m going to go through a number of popular cheeses that can be used on your next pizza. First of all you will learn 3 things you need to think about … Read more