The pizzaiolo behind Tievoli Pizza Bar explains the importance of a simplified menu and how to make your mobile unit stand out everywhere you go. After decades in the pizza business and a successful track record as a franchisee, Giovanni Labbate, a U.S. Pizza Team Premiere Member, recently launched Tievoli Pizza Bar in Palatine, Illinois, to bring his take on New York-style … [Read more...] about Giovanni Labbate: Building a Sexy Pizza Truck
The nation’s best pizzaioli battled to the last curd using REAL California cheeses and fresh California flavors The first annual California Pizza Challenge (CPC) was a resounding success, showcasing eight winners overall, including two grand prizes to compete in the World Pizza Championship in Parma, Italy, in April 2025. Hosted by the U.S. Pizza Team and sponsored by REAL … [Read more...] about A California Peach Worth a Trip to Italy
Jamie Culliton won first place in the Freestyle Acrobatics competition and fourth place in the Pan division for his Detroit Style Pistach-I-Dew pizza. Giovanni Labbate of Billy Bricks Wood Fired Pizza claimed first place for the Mid-America region in the Traditional division. Related: Learn more about how to join the U.S. Pizza Team! The world of live pizza … [Read more...] about U.S. Pizza Team Takes Gold in World Pizza Games
