The Wood-Fired Blog
The Fresh King
Jun 06, 2018Smooth, salty, and snappy, this Prosciutto and Arugula Pizza from Chef Vito Romani is a delight. Prosciutto is a thinly-sliced Italian dry-cured ham. For this recipe, it is paired with tangy, peppery arugula leaves, which have been freshly tossed with garlic-infused olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and shaved parmesan cheese for a real pop! Always a fan favorite at Stella’s Pizza Pie mobile catering based in San Diego, CA, and it will become a... Read More
Vito’s Wood Fired Pork Tenderloin
Jun 05, 2018The scent of the meat roasting on a Tuscan Grill over coals accented with apple chips makes this simple recipe something special. Never tried grilling in your oven? Click here for some basics to get you started! Delicious Pork Tenderloin roasted in a wood fired oven served with homemade applesauce. Read More
The Fun Guy Vegetarian Pizza
May 07, 2018“The Fun Guy” made with fungi! This light, vegetarian pizza was created by Chef Vito Romani, owner of Stella’s Pizza Pie mobile catering based in San Diego, CA. It is perfect for an afternoon feast. Chef Vito demonstrated this recipe for the guests at the Forno Bravo EXPO held in California’s wine country and it was a hit. It is also one of his business’ top sellers down in San... Read More
Wood Fired Basil Shrimp
Apr 11, 2018First, take seasoned, sizzling shrimp straight from your wood fired oven, then toss it with butter and basil! Add a little lemon & garnish and voila! Quick, simple, delicious and done! This shrimp recipe from Gerry Speirs of Foodness Gracious makes a fantastic appetizer, or you can pair it with rice or pasta for the main course! …Plus, it’s a smart way to maximize your hot oven to serve up... Read More
Stella’s Sunday Chicken
Feb 14, 2018Sunday afternoons are the perfect time to pop a chicken and some vegetables in the oven and let them roast for a delicious “set and forget” meal. The subtle smoke and moist heat of a wood fired oven infuse into the meat, keeping the chicken juicy and bringing together the flavors of this classic dish. Chef Vito Romani gives us a flexible recipe that can be easily adapted to ingredients you... Read More
Mama Gigi’s Scampi
Jan 08, 2018Mama Gigi’s Scampi is a quick and easy dish! With garlic, shrimp, and butter as key ingredients, it is hard to go wrong. It can be served as a main dish or an appetizer, depending on what you pair with it. Chef Vito cooks in the Italian-style– a little of this, a little of that, add a bit of flair, and season to taste! Measurements in this recipe are not meant to... Read More
Wood Fired, Slow Roasted Tomatoes
Dec 05, 2017Serves 2-4 | Time 5 minutes prep, 3-4 hours roasting Don’t waste that residual wood fired heat! Use that heat to make the most amazing wood fired, slow-roasted tomatoes. Perfect for your next pizza, pasta, or vinaigrette. Not to mention an amazing condiment to have on hand. Learn more about our Portable Bella Wood Fired Ovens Here Rich, smokey goodness in every bite. The perfect accompaniment to pizza, pasta,... Read More
Ticket Spike, Al pastor style, Chicken tacos
Nov 10, 2017Serves 6-8 | Time 50-60 minutes No rotisserie required, just your classic restaurant Ticket Spike! Mouthwatering thin shavings of vertical spit-wood roasted chicken, marinated with Pasilla de Oaxaca, served with a tomatillo pan sauce and a spicy green cabbage slaw. It would be rude not to make these. Learn more about our Portable Bella Wood Fired Ovens Here INGREDIENTS ½ Red onion, sliced into rough half rounds 8-11 Tomatillos, husked,... Read More
The Giuseppe
Oct 23, 2017Updated: Looking for another incredible wood fired recipe to fire up this weekend? Look no further than Vito Romani’s specialty… “The Guiseppe”. Ingredients 1/4 C Fresh Jalapeños – chopped 1/2 C Artichoke hearts – chopped 1 C Ricotta 2 T Mascarpone Mozzarella Spicy Italian Sausage -crumbled Mushrooms Red onion Red Pepper Olive Oil Preparation Par-cook sausage in cast iron skillet in the oven Set aside a handful of artichokes and... Read More
