5 Fall Parties That Feature Your Wood Fired Oven
Sep 29, 2023Looking for entertaining ideas, themes, or special occasions for throwing a party that centers around a wood fired oven this fall? In this article, you will find 5 fun ideas to get you started. These are memorable celebrations that your friends will be raving about for years to come! Starting principals: Do remember to post your menus in advance to build excitement, and consider any dietary preferences and restrictions of... Read More
Labor Day Gathering Guide
Aug 31, 2023On the first Monday in September, the United States celebrates Labor Day. It is a federal holiday established in 1894 by President Grover Cleveland to provide a day of rest for workers, and to honor their many contributions. The holiday is also a perfect time to gather with friends and family at the end of summer for a last hurrah as kids are going back to school and the weather... Read More
2023 Social Media Contest Winners
Jul 31, 2023Congratulations to the 3 winners of our 2023 Social Media Photo Contest, who will share over $500 in cash and prizes! Thank you also to everyone who posted and shared photos of your ovens as part of the contest. We had many wonderful entries and the winners were chosen by random drawing from the eligible entries. Part of the fun of wood fired cooking is the communal aspect — sharing... Read More
How to Find Masons For Your Outdoor Kitchen Project
Feb 09, 2023When our customers opt to build their own DIY brick pizza oven or use one of our Forno Bravo modular pizza oven kits, they often choose to work with masonry professionals to help with installation and finishing. Even when our customers buy a fully-assembled pizza oven, masons will frequently be hired to help build the full outdoor kitchen, or the stone countertop or base where the oven is placed. While... Read More
Pizza Cookbook Gift Ideas
Dec 19, 2022Looking for a last-minute gift idea for your favorite home pizzaiolo or chef? Pizza-focused cookbooks are always a hit! Explore the books below for great ways to enhance your pizza-making chops. These books include recipes and contributions from some of the best of the best in the field. They are available through Amazon and many other local booksellers. Just click any of the photos below to be connected directly to... Read More
Primavera Wood Fired Feast
Dec 09, 2022Paul Lessard is cooking up a storm in his custom-colored Primavera70! Check out his story and sample photos of his delicious creations here. Wood Fired Inspirations Currently hailing from Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Paul shared, “I’m sure I was Italian in my previous life! Since traveling to Italy many times, and especially, our latest Tuscany family bike and wine trip in 2017 at a restored 500-year-old farmhouse, complete with a Forno... Read More
Tile Oven Samples for the DIY Crew
Dec 05, 2022While stucco is the easiest and most common finish option for a wood fired pizza oven, tile finishes are also very popular. These designs can range from formal and classy, to artistic or rustic. While glass tile is the most frequently chosen material for its combination of beauty and durability, mosaics, mixed materials, stone, river rock, and mat colors are also common picks. Here are a few helpful tips from... Read More
Home Pizzeria with a Casa2G Pizza Oven
Dec 02, 2022Jesse and Linda Diaz from central California love to cook and entertain. They crafted an outdoor kitchen and dining space at their home that has become a full-on residential pizzeria! With prep space, cooking space, plenty of dining space, and even its own sign, their design makes it easy for guests to get involved in the whole wood fired pizza-making and pizza-eating process. Check out their build below and glean... Read More
Memorable Oven Builds
Oct 27, 2022Scroll down to get inspired by these beautiful residential pizza oven builds submitted to our annual photo contest. They are great for helping you to plan future projects, or even to take advantage of the nice fall weather to get started on your build now. Mike Keller of Arkansas – Premio2G100 Modular Oven Kit This build features a classic domed stucco finish and a custom brick oven mouth embellishment for personality.... Read More