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REGISTRATION OPENING SOON: The California Pizza Challenge sponsored by REAL California Milk, Aug 3-5

Registration will be OPENING SOON for the CALIFORNIA PIZZA CHALLENGE sponsored by REAL California Milk The California Pizza Challenge (CPC) sponsored by REAL California Milk will take place August 3-5th, 2025 at the Pizza Tomorrow Summit and California Restaurant Show...

Flour, Flavor, and Fair Play: U.S. Pizza Team Takes Over Italy

RoboCop. Truffles. Pizza Acrobatics. Yeah, This Trip Had Everything When it comes to international pizza showdowns, the U.S. Pizza Team doesn’t just show up—they show out. At the 2025 Campionato Mondiale della Pizza (World Pizza Championship) in Parma, Italy, 11...

Detroit Style Pizza Co. – The Twist (The Pizza Kitchen)

In this 2019 On the Road Edition of The Pizza Kitchen, Brian Hernandez visits Shawn Randazzo at his pizzeria, Detroit Style Pizza Co. in St. Clair Shores, Michigan. Watch as Shawn himself walks you through one of his award winning...

’25 USPT at Campionato Mondiale della Pizza – Day 2

Day 2 of the Campionato Mondiale della Pizza has adjourned leading the USPT one step closer to Pizza Glory! With so many incredible competitors from all over the world, the USPT made sure to bring their best games for Classica,...

’25 USPT at Campionato Mondiale della Pizza – Day 1

Day 1 of the Campionato Mondiale della Pizza has completed seeing our crew compete in categories ranging form Classic, to Gluten Free, Pizza in Teglia and Freestyle Acrobatics.   While we know next to nothing of our standings right now,...

Galbani Bold + USPT Gold = A Pizza Powerhouse in Vegas

The final pizza has been made and the flour has settled on the 2025 Pizza Expo and International Pizza Challenge. While some may say there is always room for improvement, I feel our team could not have done any better....

RECIPE: The Vodkaroni – The Nona Slice House and Lloyd Pans

The Pizza Kitchen: On the Road visits US Pizza Team member and Acrobatic Coach, Jamie Culliton, Owner of The Nona Slice House and multiple time world champion, Culliton walks us through one of his award winning pizzas utilizing some of...

Perfecting Your Pizza Sauce Part 3: ‘Let the Tomatoes Speak for Themselves,’ Expert Chef Says

Pizza isn’t just about crust thickness or topping combos—it’s about the sauce pulling everything together. Every pizza style has its own vibe, and the sauce is the supporting actor that makes the lead shine.  Bold, cheesy pies with hefty crusts?...

Blue Handles, Big Wins: Gi.Metal Becomes Proud Sponsors of the U.S. Pizza Team

The US Pizza Team Can’t Win Without the Right Tools—And Now We’ve Got the Best! Hold onto your pizza peels, folks, because we’ve got some seriously exciting news! The U.S. Pizza Team (USPT) is thrilled to announce that Gi.Metal, the...

Know Your Numbers: George Taylor Offers Tips to Avoid Financial Mismanagement of Your Pizzeria

By George Taylor, Author, A Pizza My Life In my last article, I discussed how the No. 1 reason that restaurants fail is financial mismanagement. Financial mismanagement can show up in many ways, but the fastest way to lose control of your...

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Flour, Flavor, and Fair Play: U.S. Pizza Team Takes Over Italy

RoboCop. Truffles. Pizza Acrobatics. Yeah, This Trip Had Everything When it comes to international pizza showdowns, the U.S. Pizza Team doesn’t just show up—they show out. At the 2025 Campionato

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REGISTRATION OPENING SOON: The California Pizza Challenge sponsored by REAL California Milk, Aug 3-5

Registration will be OPENING SOON for the CALIFORNIA PIZZA CHALLENGE sponsored by REAL California Milk The California Pizza Challenge (CPC) sponsored by REAL California Milk will take place August 3-5th,

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The Magnificent Seven (Plus 2): The U.S. Pizza Team Rides into Rimini
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The US Pizza Team is Seeking a Slice of Glory in Italy
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Virtual Acrobatic Spinning Championship Live Reveal!
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Galbani Bold + USPT Gold = A Pizza Powerhouse in Vegas

The final pizza has been made and the flour has settled on the 2025 Pizza Expo and International Pizza Challenge. While some may say there

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Detroit Style Pizza Co. – The Twist (The Pizza Kitchen)

In this 2019 On the Road Edition of The Pizza Kitchen, Brian Hernandez visits Shawn Randazzo at his pizzeria, Detroit Style Pizza Co. in St.

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’24 Galbani Cup Photo Gallery
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Galbani Professionale Champion Chosen in Orlando
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’22 In Review: The Return of the Champions
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’25 USPT at Campionato Mondiale della Pizza – Day 2
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’25 USPT at Campionato Mondiale della Pizza – Day 1
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RECIPE: The Vodkaroni – The Nona Slice House and Lloyd Pans
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Blue Handles, Big Wins: Gi.Metal Becomes Proud Sponsors of the U.S. Pizza Team

April 2, 2025
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How a Pandemic Passion Project Became a Nationally Ranked Pizzeria

March 3, 2025
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The USPT Brings Home Silver, Glory and a Little Jet Lag!

February 4, 2025
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Rico Lunardi Wins Virtual U.S. Pizza Cup With Thanksgiving Pie

December 23, 2024
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The Magnificent Seven (Plus 2): The U.S. Pizza Team Rides into Rimini

December 19, 2024
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The 3rd Annual Galbani Professionale Pizza Cup & Acrobatics Trials

November 18, 2024
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The U.S. Pizza Team is a group of expert pizziaolos and pizza acrobats who compete in national and international pizza competitions. The team was founded in 2000 in collaboration with PMQ Pizza Magazine, the leading national trade publication for the pizza restaurant industry. Drawing pizza talent from across the United States, the U.S. Pizza Team promotes camaraderie through sportsmanship and team work throughout the world.
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