This is Part 1 of a 3-Part Series with Anthony Gilbert! Anthony Gilbert shares his journey from home cook to professional pizza maker, and how he built his restaurant, Melt Pizza Company, from scratch in two years. Highlights: 📸 Anthony left his job as a professional photographer after the pandemic to pursue his dream of opening a restaurant. 🍕 Anthony’s first few pizzas were disastrous, but he was able to improve his skills through months and months of practice. 🍽️ Anthony opened his first b...
Jul 02, 2023•19 min
This is Part 2 of a 2-Part Series with Peggy Paul Casella! In this episode, Peggy talks about search engine optimization (SEO) and how to use it in the right way to attract more traffic to your website. Although SEO is definitely important, it is not the be-all and end-all. Businesses should instead focus on creating high-quality content, while keeping SEO guidelines in mind. Highlights: 🔍 SEO involves presenting internet content based on Google’s guidelines to get extra attention and rank high...
Jun 28, 2023•22 min
This is Part 1 of a 2-Part Series with Peggy Paul Casella! Peggy Paul Casella, author, recipe developer, and internet whiz, recounts her journey in building a successful Pizza blog. She talks about how she develops recipes, and helps other chefs write theirs, with the aim to “de-snobbify” pizza- making pizza-making fun and accessible to all. Highlights: 🍕 Peggy’s love for food and experimentation led her to launch her blog, Thursday Night Pizza, where she shares homemade pizza recipes and tips....
Jun 25, 2023•30 min
This is Part 2 of a 2-Part Series with Juan G Perez! Juan Perez shares how he got his start at Posto making pizza and worked his way to the Executive head chef position. He also talks about how he grew his social media exponentially, making him a well-known figure in the pizza industry today. Highlights: 🍕 Juan G Perez started working at Posto through a friend after working at California Pizza Kitchen. 📱 He started posting videos and pictures of pizza on social media in 2012, initially to keep...
Jun 21, 2023•31 min
Part 2 will be out later this week so please subscribe to the show to be notified! Juan Perez recaps his journey from Colombia to the United States and how he went from working odd jobs to becoming a pizza chef at California Pizza Kitchen, sharing all the experiences that led him to his current position as Executive Head chef of Posto Boston. Highlights: 🍕 Juan Perez moved to the US in search of new opportunities. 🍜 After working odd jobs, he started working at a Chinese restaurant before movi...
Jun 19, 2023•13 min
This is Part 1 of a 2-Part Series with Sarah Minnick! Sarah Minnick, owner and founder of Lovely's Fifty Fifty in Portland, Oregon, talks about the benefits of whole wheat and debunks the stigma against them. She sources her flour from different mills and local farmers for a variety of flavors. Highlights: 🍞 Sarah believes that although white flour lasts longer, whole grains have a wide variety of flavors that can elevate dough if they’re used in the right way. 🌾 Each flour plays an important ...
Jun 11, 2023•23 min
This is Part 2 of a 2-Part Series Re-Run with Sarah Minnick! Sarah Minnick discusses maintaining consistency and quality in her pizza business as she transitions from a 3-day operation to a 7-day operation, and how she leverages connections with local farmers to gain direct access to high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. Highlights: 💼 Communication and trust are crucial in ensuring consistency and quality. 🍕 Sarah’s new pizza making system allows her business to produce 150 pizzas in a fi...
Jun 11, 2023•35 min
Alessio Lacco, founder of Atlanta Pizza Truck, discusses his new ventures in the pizza industry, including pre-mixed flour and frozen dough delivery, and his one-of-a-kind, AVPN-certified Wood-Fired Pizza Truck.
Jun 04, 2023•43 min
It is with a heavy heart to say Andrew Bellucci Passed on May 31st 2023. He was both a pioneer and an innovator in the pizza world. He will be dearly missed. Listen to his story here.
Jun 01, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Drew Butler, owner of Market Pizza by Drew, talks about his journey from vending pretzels to making pizza and how he used pretzel, business and life lessons to grow his business. 🚀 Pandemic-related layoff provided the opportunity to transfer experience from pretzel vending and teaching to pizza making 🍕 Give and you shall receive- How many pizzas are you giving away each day? 🧍♀️ Customer visibility- what can you do about your signage to help be more present? 📉 Door knocking vs direct mail...
May 28, 2023•49 min
Brian Hernandez shares his experience working in the pizza industry before joining PMQ and the U.S Pizza Team Brian discusses his role for the U.S Pizza Team and how he helps the pizza team keep their prestige and how he helps them when they win competitions Brian Hernandez https://www.instagram.com/us_pizza_team/ https://www.instagram.com/pmqpizzamag/ https://www.instagram.com/brian_h1979 Check out the FULL PODCAST: https://youtu.be/-ny8EneJNtk Audio Podcast Available at https://bit.ly/3ENnWkp ...
May 21, 2023•43 min
🍕 Mark Schechter of Square Pie Guys Griffin Baker of Griffin Baker Pizza Maker, two California pizzamakers meeting me up for some pizza talk in LA. Marc Schecter - @squarepieguys @pizza @pizzaman_420 Griffin Baker - @griffinbakerpizzamaker Ooni Pizza Ovens Affiliate Corto Olive Affiliate Our Town America Famag Mixer Affiliate Gusto Payroll Affiliate Audio Podcast Available at https://bit.ly/3ENnWkp Check out our Socials! Facebook: https://bit.ly/3IZW676 Instagram: https://bit.ly/3ZlfroC S...
May 14, 2023•9 min
Summary Chef Ryan from D-Town Pizzeria in LA shares his experience starting a Detroit-style pizza business and how they outgrew their original space through organic growth and recognition in social media. Highlights 🍕 Chef Ryan started DTown Pizzeria in 2017, bringing Detroit-style pizza to LA. 🏢 The business outgrew its original space due to increased demand and the need for more efficiency. 📈 D-Town Pizzeria gained an organic following by serving the best product with quality ingredients an...
May 14, 2023•9 min
Summary 🍕 Kelly Bone is a food writer specializing in pizza and vegan food. 🌱 She transitioned to eating only vegan because of her concern for animal rights. 🍕 Kelly gives tips on how to get creative with Vegan Pizza whether you are a vegan or not.Ooni Pizza Ovens Affiliate Corto Olive Affiliate Our Town America Famag Mixer Affiliate Gusto Payroll Affiliate https://www.instagram.com/kellybone/ Audio Podcast Available at https://bit.ly/3ENnWkp Check out our Socials! Facebook: https://bit...
May 14, 2023•9 min
Summary Leo Spizzirri talks to Peppe Miele about Neapolitan pizza and their passion for teaching the finer details of its history and technique. Highlights 🍕Leo learned from Pepe at the VPN in California, gaining a deep knowledge of neapolitan pizza. He is also now an ambassador for the AVPN 🍴Peppe is an educator and president for the AVPN 😋Neapolitan pizza originated from a necessity to feed people cheaply, and Peppe and Leo emphasise the importance of doing it justice. 🌎Leo and Peppe hope ...
May 14, 2023•25 min
🍕 Today we talk about marketing your pizzeria- Christina is consistently posting, mailing, and as a result is getting customers. 🍕 She started in the food world with a meal prep business and eventually decided to leverage her kitchen space and team to launch a pizza business, which she immediately fell in love with. 🍕 The pandemic caused her meal prep business to 6x overnight, making it challenging to keep up with demand. She ultimately sold her business and stuck with pizza. 🍕 Despite the c...
May 07, 2023•52 min
Imagine this, you are a skilled pizza maker and don't want to confine yourself to one style. Well this gem of a service is not so out of the box in traditional Japanese culture but its the type of innovation we love to see in the pizza world. The pizzakase is essentially a way to serve up all the pizza styles and combinations you as a maker are feeling that day and serve it up to your guests. Not only do you get to make what you love, but this experience is $$$ too. Ooni Pizza Ovens Affiliate ...
Apr 28, 2023•31 min
Sergio effortlessly explains how a new pop up operator like himself built the relationships and customer base to sellout his first 2 (three after posting) pop ups. His strategy is pure genius. You're going to have to listen in to find out. Youtube Survey Thank you for supporting me and this podcast: 1. Share this podcast with a pizza pal, leave a review, or share on your IG 2. Buy me a pizza! https://ko-fi.com/whatsgooddough 3. Use my affiliates: Ooni Pizza Ovens Affiliate Corto Olive Affiliate ...
Apr 23, 2023•54 min
Q2 is here ladies and gentlemen. If you're like me and you are wondering, "Where the heck did Q1 go," or "slow down the world, I need to remember to have fun," then this is the perfect episode for you. Youtube Survey Thank you for supporting me and this podcast: 1. Share this podcast with a pizza pal, leave a review, or share on your IG 2. Buy me a pizza! https://ko-fi.com/whatsgooddough 3. Use my affiliates: Ooni Pizza Ovens Affiliate Corto Olive Affiliate Famag Mixer Affiliate Gusto Payroll Af...
Apr 19, 2023•25 min
Let's talk about food competitions/game shows. As someone who hasn't been in the arena, it's easy for me to yell at the screen and say, You should have done this! Why did you do that?! Well, today I actually talk to someone who not only found himself in the game but also took home a huge W. I talk to Rob Cervoni of Taglio Pizza about his training for the momentous event in his life and business that earned him the respect he works so hard for. Youtube Survey Thank you for supporting me and this ...
Apr 07, 2023•42 min
In Order of Appearance: Christy Alia @RealCleverFood Shealyn Brand Coniglio @ShealynSharleen Ashley Patino @PizzaBonesRVA Nicole Russel @LastDragonPizza Darina Garland @OoniHQ Katie Parla @KatieParla Leith Leiser-Miller @Psycic_Pie Lisa Wiernasz @LisaLucyB Ines Glaser @LupaCotta Mary Ann Gee @MaryAnnGee1 Jenna D. @TheJulietMike Sarah Minnick @SarahMinnick_ Natalie DeSabato @TrazeNYC Kaleigh Ann @ItsThePizzaSlut Jhy Coulter @DevouredPopUp
Mar 30, 2023•20 min
We've all seen their activity around "the pizza gram" in the last 7 months or so. Who is this person with 700k+ followers and what are their intentions posting memes, collaborating with pizza makers and posting viral content? Youtube Survey Thank you for supporting me and this podcast: 1. Share this podcast with a pizza pal, leave a review, or share on your IG 2. Buy me a pizza! https://ko-fi.com/whatsgooddough 3. Use my affiliates: Ooni Pizza Ovens Affiliate Corto Olive Affiliate Famag Mixer Af...
Mar 24, 2023•40 min
Lisa Wiernasz, as of posting, is a former employee of MPM Food Groups. Her unique perspective of sales and electric ovens is why I brought her onto the show. This one will be helpful for those considering electric ovens + want to improve on their approach to sales. Youtube Survey Thank you for supporting me and this podcast: 1. Share this podcast with a pizza pal, leave a review, or share on your IG 2. Buy me a pizza! https://ko-fi.com/whatsgooddough 3. Use my affiliates: Ooni Pizza Ovens Affili...
Mar 20, 2023•51 min
Nicole Russell of Last Dragon Pizza, host of First We Feast's Pizza Wars, shed's light on how she got her start in the pizza world and how her mindset got her to where she is at now! Youtube Survey Thank you for supporting me and this podcast: 1. Share this podcast with a pizza pal, leave a review, or share on your IG 2. Buy me a pizza! https://ko-fi.com/whatsgooddough 3. Use my affiliates: Ooni Pizza Ovens Affiliate Corto Olive Affiliate Famag Mixer Affiliate https://instagram.com/lastdragonpiz...
Mar 13, 2023•47 min
We talk brand partnerships and brick and mortars build outs. BOO YAH lol. Youtube Survey Thank you for supporting me and this podcast: 1. Share this podcast with a pizza pal, leave a review, or share on your IG 2. Buy me a pizza! https://ko-fi.com/whatsgooddough 3. Use my affiliates: Ooni Pizza Ovens Affiliate Corto Olive Affiliate Famag Mixer Affiliate Guest IG: @shealynsharleen Tag me on IG:@whatsgooddough
Mar 07, 2023•29 min
The title says it all. These folks are the real deal.Youtube Survey Thank you for supporting me and this podcast: 1. Share this podcast with a pizza pal, leave a review, or share on your IG 2. Buy me a pizza! https://ko-fi.com/whatsgooddough 3. Use my affiliates: Ooni Pizza Ovens Affiliate Corto Olive Affiliate Famag Mixer Affiliate Guest IG: @psychic_pie Tag me on IG:@whatsgooddough
Feb 26, 2023•44 min
Going viral once and you could chalk it up as luck. But twice? I speak with Raquan from ey3ampizza about how he is pivoting his business after gaining a massive following from two viral hits. He also shares his tips on how sourcing ingredients for his vegan pizzas and starting a food truck. Youtube Survey Thank you for supporting me and this podcast: 1. Share this podcast with a pizza pal, leave a review, or share on your IG 2. Buy me a pizza! https://ko-fi.com/whatsgooddough 3. Use my affiliate...
Feb 20, 2023•34 min
Frank Zabski started a successful tech business back when people had no idea how to do their own IT and networking. Today, the landscape is far more competitive and he grew tired of the soullessness of the business. He dug deep into his heart and thought about what would fulfill him and make him happy. Why, of course, it was pizza. Frank talks to us about his pivot in the pandemic, what mistakes to avoid in business, and how he built a successful pizza school. Youtube Survey Thank you for suppor...
Feb 11, 2023•26 min
Why is it spelled a'pizza? Why is it pronounced ah-beetz. What makes up the style? Well folks we answer all those questions and more through our conversation with Frank Zabski, a SME on everything New Haven Style Pizza. Youtube Survey Thank you for supporting me and this podcast: 1. Share this podcast with a pizza pal, leave a review, or share on your IG 2. Buy me a pizza! https://ko-fi.com/whatsgooddough 3. Use my affiliates: Ooni Pizza Ovens Affiliate Corto Olive Affiliate Famag Mixer Affiliat...
Feb 11, 2023•18 min
Al talks to us on the current war on pizza- how to keep costs low. He also gives suggestions on how to increase profits! As a pizza consultant who works with numerous operators, he has a bunch of insight to share on how to win in the pizza business. Youtube Survey Thank you for supporting me and this podcast: 1. Share this podcast with a pizza pal, leave a review, or share on your IG 2. Buy me a pizza! https://ko-fi.com/whatsgooddough 3. Use my affiliates: Ooni Pizza Ovens Affiliate Corto Olive ...
Feb 03, 2023•18 min
