>Antonio Starita, World-Famous Pizza Master, to Share Neapolitan Pizza Techniques at A Mano in Ridgewood, NJ
Ridgewood NJ – Ridgewood New Jersey’s authentic Neapolitan trattoria A Mano, will proudly host celebrated Italian Pizza chef, Antonio Starita, for a viewing of the craftsmanship of pizza. Taking place on Saturday, March 5th, 2011 at 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM by reservation only, maestro Starita will teach the art of Neapolitan pizza, including dough making and stretching, traditional recipes and expert techniques. The cost of the demonstration is $ 10 per person, which will be credited towards lunch or dinner
immediately following the events, should guests choose to enjoy a meal at A Mano.
Mr. Starita will visit A Mano for one day only, as he travels back to Italy after competing in the International Pizza Expo in Las Vegas. During his appearance at A Mano, Pizzaiuolo Starita will highlight the secrets of perfecting classic Neapolitan pizza and specialty pizza “Vesuvio”, a delicious stu!ed pizza, filled with fresh ricotta, homemade mozzarella, and Neapolitan salami on the inside, topped with mozzarella, Italian ham, mushrooms tomato sauce and basil on the outside.
A fourth generation owner of one of the oldest pizzerias in Naples, PIZZERIA STARITA a Materdei, established in 1901, Mr. Starita is an icon in the Neapolitan Pizza Industry. During his illustrious career, master Starita has travelled the world spreading the word of pizza Napoletana, and enjoyed many accolades, including having his pizzeria featured in Sophia Loren’s film “Oro di Napoli”, and being the lead delegate called on by the Vatican to present “pizza” to Pope John Paul II. Mr. Starita is a passionate advocate of the Neapolitan Pizza Industry, who serves as Vice President of the Association of Neapolitan Pizzaiuoli (APN), the Italian governing body that teaches the art of Neapolitan pizza making, and certifies adherence to authentic procedures.
A Mano is located at 24 Franklin Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ 07450, 201,phone . 493.200 .
