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Pizza Styles

Old Forge Pizza: Is Old Forge the Pizza Capital of the World?

You have likely savored various pizza styles, from Neapolitan thin crust to Chicago deep dish. However, the distinct allure of Old Forge pizza, with its ...
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Cheese Selection

Brick Cheese for Pizza: The Preferred Cheese for a Detroit-Style Pizza

Wisconsin brick cheese might not be the first cheese you think about when making pizza, but it is the preferred cheese for Detroit-style pizza. Learn ...
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Gifts

Pizza and Christmas: Gifts for the Pizza Lover in Your Life

Pizza and Christmas, those words have a special ring to them. Unearth the perfect Christmas gift for the pizza enthusiast in your life with our ...
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5 Best Stand Mixers on Amazon Right Now

You’re cooking up a storm and realize you’re missing a vital tool - a reliable stand mixer. Don’t sweat it! We’ve sifted through Amazon’s best ...
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The Frank Pepe Experience

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Pursuing Pepe: Making New Haven-Style Pizza at Home

Learn how to make New Haven-style pizza at home, even if you don't have a coal-fired oven lying around.
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Chasing Lou (Malnati's)

Regional Pizzas: Detroit-Style

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Detroit-Style Pizza: All Revved Up and Ready to Go

Detroit-Style pizza, a Motor City specialty, will rev up your tastebuds and take you on a flavor-filled adventure! Ready for an appetizing road trip to ...
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The 7 Best Types of Pizza You Should Try: Did Your Favorite Make the List?

Pizza is one of the most popular and beloved foods around the world. It has been enjoyed for centuries in various forms and styles, and ...
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About me

Hello, I’m Bobby Warren, a former cook who worked at Italian, Mexican, American cuisine, and fast-food restaurants. And, I love pizza.

For years, I have tried perfecting pizza, but I'm not quite there. You're invited to come along for the ride.

Playing With Pizza was born out of my passion for pizza, more specifically, New York-style pizza. I grew up outside Boston, and that was the predominant style in area restaurants.

While I have worked at a variety of restaurants, I left the industry to become a journalist and then a solopreneur. But, I still love to cook. My mom is Italian (and so am I), and my father was a chef. I had two great teachers when it comes to cooking.

This site’s title, Playing With Pizza, represents my approach to food. I don’t have an impressive kitchen. In fact, it is quite small with limited counter space. But the focus is on the food, not the kitchen.

I’m just a basic cheese-pizza guy, but we will explore the wonderful world of pizza and the joy it brings to people around the world. 

Thanks for visiting Playing With Pizza. 

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