The Wood-Fired Blog
The Serata Trailer Makes Pizza-On-The-Go Easy
Aug 31, 2022Pizza-on-the-go isn’t just for the pros anymore, it is accessible to anyone. Tailgating, backyard catering, or after-practice feasts are now fun and easy with the Serata Trailer from Forno Bravo’s sister company, Fireside Trailer, LLC. Weighing in at just 950 lbs dry weight/2200 lbs GAWR (fully loaded tow package) and featuring the fast-heating steel Bella 40 wood fired pizza oven, this lightweight oven and trailer can be towed with just... Read More
How to Start a Fire in a Wood Fired Forno Bravo Oven
Mar 22, 2022Starting a fire in a wood fired oven requires a few materials and tools, like wood, a firestarter, thermometer, ash shovel, and oven brush. After you have everything you need, there are straightforward steps that will allow you to heat your oven to the perfect pizza-making temperature. Learn the best temperature for making Neapolitan pizza, how to reheat a pizza oven, and more so you can have delicious meals using... Read More
14 Non-Pizza Dishes You Can Make in a Wood Fired Oven
Mar 10, 2022Did you know that you can cook seafood, veggies, pasta, and even whole chickens using your Forno Bravo oven? Although you may love a crispy crust and cheesy Neapolitan goodness, you’ll need wood fired recipes for more than just pizza if you really want to put your oven through its paces. Wood fired ovens can cook at a range of temperatures from very, very hot, to low and slow, so... Read More
Community Question: What is Your Oven Inspiration?
Dec 17, 2021Our November 2021 Community Question was all about oven inspirations. What inspired you to buy or build your wood fired pizza oven? We received several responses from previous customers and have included a few other responses we’ve received from our social media inputs, testimonials, and contests as well. The overall sense of what we heard was ‘Don’t be afraid to dream big,’ and that ‘love of food’ and ‘Italy’ have... Read More
More 2021 Summer Photo Contest Winners – Honorable Mentions
Sep 30, 2021We loved the diversity of this year’s photo contest entries, so we’ve decided to highlight some of the honorable mentions and their stories. With so many great choices, we know you’ll be as impressed and pleased as we are. From Heather Leiggi’s fancy red tile styling to Michael Peruffo’s smooth DIY vibe; Patrick Mokeris’ Napolino with its modern flair and the back to the middles ages stone structure of Michael... Read More
Sneak Peek of the 2021 Summer Photo Contest Entries
Jul 29, 2021With this year’s crop of 2021 Summer Photo Contest submissions rolling in, we wanted to pause and show you a few beautiful builds and fun shots that we just can’t keep to ourselves! We’ve received hundreds of photos of ovens finished in stucco, tile, and stone; mouth-watering pizzas, excited owners, and artsy “fire in the night” shots too! Preview a few of these entries below for inspiration, and then take... Read More
Introducing Chef Aaron Brooks
Jun 30, 2021A native of Australia, Chef Aaron Brooks is the top-rated executive chef at Four Season Miami and EDGE Steak and Bar, among others. He is also the newest member of the Forno Bravo Guest Chef team! He loves bringing together flavors from the many places he has lived, worked, and traveled. He relishes the challenge of combining local ingredients with world influences to create both exciting new dishes and to... Read More
The Landaal’s Beautiful Backyard Transformation
Dec 29, 2020Dennis Landaal and his family had an unfinished backyard with an incredible view. They also have a deep love of pizza, family, friends, and fun. Add in a lot of research and planning, a whole bunch of elbow grease, some cooperation, some time, (a really big crane,) and a custom-tiled, Vesuvio110 wood and gas fired oven from Forno Bravo, and WOW! The finished transformation of their space is so incredible,... Read More
2020 Wood Fired Thanksgiving Recipe Contest
Sep 24, 2020Thank you for being a part of our 2020 Wood Fired Thanksgiving Recipe Contest. We can’t wait to try your delicious food and share it with the community. Our goal is to help folks assemble the most delicious, creative, and eclectic Wood Fired Thanksgiving meal ever! To submit your recipe for consideration in the contest, simply click the button below, complete the form, and upload your photo(s). Contest... Read More
