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Pizza Czar

Recipes and Know-How from a World-Traveling Pizza Chef
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Pizza Czar by Anthony Falco is both a memoir and a culinary guide that takes readers on a journey through the author's international experiences as a pizza consultant. Through lively anecdotes and expert tips, Falco shares his passion for crafting the perfect pizza, offering insights into ingredients, techniques, and the cultural significance of this beloved dish. With practical advice and a touch of humour, this book is a delightful exploration of pizza-making for enthusiasts and professionals alike.
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Discover the art of making exceptional pizza from a renowned expert. This book provides not just enticing recipes but also explores the science behind perfect dough and joyful stories from the author's experiences. If you're passionate about pizza-making and want to elevate your skills with tips from a master, this book may appeal to you.

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In his comprehensive first book, legendary pizza czar Anthony Falco teaches you everything you need to know to make pizza wherever you are, drawing from his singular experience opening pizzerias around the globe.

If there's one thing the entire world can agree on, it's pizza. It just might be the world's favourite food. In every climate, in every region, in every kind of kitchen, there's pizza to be had, infused with local flavour. In this definitive book, filled with hacks, tips, and secret techniques never before shared, International Pizza Consultant Anthony Falco brings the world of pizza to your kitchen, wherever you are.

After eight years at the famous Brooklyn restaurant Roberta's, culminating with his position as Pizza Czar, Falco pivoted from the New York City food scene to the world, travelling to Brazil, Colombia, Kuwait, Panama, Canada, Japan, India, Thailand, and all across the United States. His mission? To discover the secrets and spread the gospel of making the world's favourite food better. Now the planet's leading expert pizza consultant, he can make great pizza 8,000 feet above sea level in Bogotรก or in subtropical India, and he can certainly help you do it at home.

An exhaustive resource for absolutely any pizza cook, teaching mastery of the classics and tricks of the trade as well as completely unique takes on styles and recipes from around the globe, Pizza Czar is here to help you make world-class pizza from anywhere on the map.

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Pizza Czar by Anthony Falco is praised for its engaging and educational approach to the art of pizza-making. Reviewers highlight Falco's passion and vast knowledge, which are evident throughout the book, making it a must-have for both cooking enthusiasts and professional chefs. His global influence on pizza and his ability to share experiences with enthusiasm are also noted, affirming his status as an expert in the pizza world.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419747847

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 May 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Abrams

Contributors:

  • By Molly Tavoletti

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 203.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 600g

Pages: 272

About the Author

Anthony Falco, former pizza czar of Robertaโ€™s in Brooklyn, now works independently as an international pizza consultant. Since 2016, he has consulted in New York City, Sรฃo Paulo, Chicago, Seattle, Charleston, Iowa, Bogotรก, Panama, Toronto, Buenos Aires, Lisbon, Madrid, Calgary, Altoona, Bangalore, Taipei, Bangkok, Istanbul, and Ulaanbaatar. He has also worked extensively as an illustrator, creating hand-drawn designs for pizza brands and other small businesses. He resides in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, with his wife and two sons.

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