The Wood-Fired Blog
Live Demo from the 2017 International Pizza Expo in Las Vegas
Feb 15, 2018In 2017, Forno Bravo hosted a booth at the International Pizza Expo in Las Vegas. Chef Leo Spizziri, a certified master instructor, and world champion pizzaiolo was there with us to engage the crowds and showcase the Forno Bravo custom Napoli 120 oven with his entertaining and educational in-booth demos. As we busily prepare for the 2018 show, we would like to take a look back at Chef Leo’s last demo from... Read More
Exploring Forno Bravo Modular Kits vs Fully Assembled Ovens
Feb 14, 2018The first question a soon-to-be new pizza oven owner needs to answer is, “Am I looking for a kit or something fully assembled?” Forno Bravo Pizza Ovens run from mild to wild. Choosing the right oven isn’t about right or wrong, but about what’s right for you! This post is an exploration of our two major categories of ovens: modular kits and fully assembled ovens. We’ll be focusing on our residential... Read More
January 2018 | No. #104; Small Batch Pizza, Pizza Party Recipe, New Tiled Roma, Expo
Jan 24, 20182018 has arrived with a bang! With the new year comes new goals, plans, and the chance to recreate our lives in a new direction. Tim Cole, Forno Bravo’s COO, was interviewed recently about the appeal of the simplicity and slower pace of wood fired cooking. He said, “You don’t realize what you are missing until you’re missing it.” So, in our crazy, runaway world, here’s to… Read More
Art of Neapolitan Pizzaiuolo Honored by UNESCO
Jan 02, 2018The Art of Neapolitan Pizzaiuolo was honored in December 2017 as one of the newest traditions added to UNESCO’s Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This award places the Italian wood fired, pizza-making style, and all of its associated traditions, up among the greatest cultural gifts to the world. The list was started in 2003 and serves to raise awareness of 429 elements of intangible heritage that deserve preservation for... Read More
December 2017 | No. #103; Chef Leo’s Certifications, Choosing Firewood, Pompeii Pizza, Roasted Tomatoes
Dec 27, 2017The Forno Bravo team of craftsmen and staff would like to wish all of our wonderful community of Pizza Oven and Outdoor Living enthusiasts Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. 2017 has been a year of growth for us, as more and more people discover the joys of cooking and eating lovingly-prepared wood fired food—food that is both an experience and a meal. This month’s newsletter is full of ideas that... Read More
November 2017 | No. #102; Kissed by Fire on Amazon, Eric Wilson, Pizza Quest Interview
Dec 05, 2017By now, many of us have been scouring the internet for delicious main courses and complementary side-dishes in preparation for Thanksgiving and Christmas. The thought of wood fired turkey, green bean casserole, candied yams, and of course the all-important stuffing, has our stomachs growling in anticipation. Whether it’s your first wood fired holiday season or you’re a seasoned pro, it is always nice to see all of the creative recipes... Read More
October 2017 | No. #101; The Fauxmartha Series, FoodTerra Recipe, John Arena Webisode
Oct 31, 2017Hello #FornoBravoFamily :). Every season is a new opportunity to marvel at the spectacular beauty around us. By now many of you will have witnessed the trees shed their green color for majestic yellow, red and golden hues. This transition from warm summer days to cool fall nights naturally draws us to the warmth of the fire and the comfort of family and friends. As we move into the cooler months, we... Read More
The Fauxmartha Mini-Series Part 1 & 2
Oct 20, 2017The Fauxmartha will be making wood-fired pizzas in the dead of winter (in Minnesota no less) and so can you! As she explains on her blog, it’s all about having the right gear, right down to the firewood, and of course a bluetooth speaker so that you can transport yourself to Napoli with a little “Mambo Italiano” radio. In case you’re curious, she went with the Primavera 70 for her... Read More
September 2017 | No. 100; Strawberry Jalapeno Margarita, Inspiring Ovens, Chef Leo
Oct 12, 2017Somehow it seems that each month that goes by we have something special to share. From new product announcements and chef panel introductions, to fun insider videos and even an eBook release. This month is no exception. Believe it or not, today marks our 100th newsletter. That’s 100 months of food, fire and family shared all over the world. 100 opportunities to inspire new and existing members of the WFO... Read More
