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The Pizza Kitchen: Smithfield’s Cup ‘N’ Char Pepperoni & Peppadew Pepper Pizza

The Cup and Char Pepperoni and Peppadew Pepper Pizza was the featured Recipe of the Month in the Jan/Feb issue of PMQ Pizza Magazine and will be sure to delight everyone at the table. ******** 14” pizza crust ¾ c....

Some People Join a Team. Others Become the Benchmark.

Membership isn’t a title. It’s a platform By Brian Hernandez, Associate Editor, PMQ Pizza & Dir., U.S. Pizza Team There’s something stirring in the flour. A new energy. A fresh batch of ambition, camaraderie and crust innovation. After 25 years...

USPT Members Claim One-Third of Finalist Spots in the REAL California Pizza Contest

33% of the positions, 100% of the passion. For four standout members of PMQ’s U.S. Pizza Team (USPT), this summer’s Real California Pizza Contest isn’t just another pizza competition—it’s a chance to showcase creativity, community and cheese-fueled passion on a...

An American Slice in Naples: Tievoli Pizza Bar Stands Tall in the Shadow of Vesuvius

The US Pizza Team brought dough to Italy, came back with Silver. That’s a pretty good exchange rate. In the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, surrounded by centuries of tradition and fierce local pride, the birthplace of pizza played host once...

Chef vs. Suit: Who Should Win the Tug-of-War in Your Head? George Taylor Has the Answer

By George Taylor I’ve had this conversation with several of my peers, and it seems we all share a common internal conflict—the battle between the businessperson and the chef that lives within each of us. I’d like to say I...

Red Tops and Rising Dough: Giovanni Labbate Drives Detroit Style into High Gear

In a world of delicate leopard-spotted Neapolitan crusts and razor-thin New York street slices, one pizzaiolo dared to look Motor City in the eyes and say, “Let’s ride.” Giovanni Labbate, owner of Tievoli Pizza Bar in Palatine, Illinois, and a...

Slice of Glory: Pittsburgh Declares May 6th “Slice on Broadway Day”

The City of Champions can now add “Best Cheese Slice in the World” to its trophy case. On May 6, 2025, the Pittsburgh City Council, led by Councilman Anthony Coghill, proudly proclaimed the day as “Slice on Broadway Day,” honoring...

Do You Have What It Takes to Melt the Competition?

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Limited spots, big rewards — Register now for the 2025 California Pizza Challenge. Registration is now open for pizza makers to compete in the California Pizza Challenge (CPC), sponsored by REAL California Milk. The event returns...

No Competition, No Judges… Just Cheese, Friends, and Fire

USPT and Galbani Plug Into the New Culinary & Sensory Institute for Two Days of Delicious Discovery  Like the bubbling cheese on a pizza fresh out of the oven, the energy is heating up for what promises to be one...

“The Lady in Waiting” Pizza A Regal Creation Featuring Galbani Professionale

When it comes to pizza, Brian Hernandez doesn’t just talk the talk—he can also throw some the dough. In this exclusive video, the U.S. Pizza Team Director steps into the kitchen to showcase The Lady in Waiting, a rich and...

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Some People Join a Team. Others Become the Benchmark.

Membership isn’t a title. It’s a platform By Brian Hernandez, Associate Editor, PMQ Pizza & Dir., U.S. Pizza Team There’s something stirring in the flour. A new energy. A fresh

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Do You Have What It Takes to Melt the Competition?

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USPT Members Claim One-Third of Finalist Spots in the REAL California Pizza Contest
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REGISTER TODAY!!!! – The California Pizza Challenge sponsored by REAL California Milk, Aug 3-5
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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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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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The Pizza Kitchen: Smithfield’s Cup ‘N’ Char Pepperoni & Peppadew Pepper Pizza

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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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“The Lady in Waiting” Pizza A Regal Creation Featuring Galbani Professionale
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Detroit Style Pizza Co. – The Twist (The Pizza Kitchen)
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’25 USPT at Campionato Mondiale della Pizza – Day 2
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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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