October 2019 | Number. #125
WOOD FIRED NEWSLETTER

Hello Forno Bravo Family,

Happy Halloween! We hope you have had a beautiful fall and have been able to slip in some extra time with family and friends this month. We’re excited to bring you another Forno Bravo Newsletter packed with inspiring stories and interesting tips, plus delicious recipes that take advantage of the season’s produce. Be sure to try out a few and let us know what you think!

In This Issue:
  1. Community Builders through Pizza
  2. Tips for Managing your Fire
  3. Recipes with Roasted Fall Bounty
  4. Spotlight on the Roma Wood Fired Oven
  5. Save 20% on Upcoming Mastering Your Oven Class
The Forno Bravo Team

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“Look for the Helpers” – Using Wood Fired Ovens to Support Local Communities

Fred Rogers of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood frequently quoted his mother as saying to him during difficult times when he was a boy, “Always look for the helpers. There’s always someone who is trying to help.” At Forno Bravo, we are honored to hear many stories of people who use their wood fired ovens to help others, build up their communities, and step in when it is needed.

We would like to share just a few of these beautiful stories with you. People like Guillermo Dovalina of Dovaina’s Wood Fired Catering, the Bick and Mackintosh families, and Kirby and Colleen Gust who are all experts in blessing the lives of others through generously sharing their energy, resources, and especially their pizza.

Read their stories here and be inspired by just a sample of the good there is in the world.

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Tips and Tricks on Picking Wood and Managing Your Fire

Managing your fire can be intimidating. We’d like to help reduce that stress. Check out our blog to get practical tips on picking and curing your wood, starting your fire, and maintaining a consistent oven temperature.

Plus, over the years, we’ve also found that everyone has type of wood they love to cook with in their oven. What is yours and why? Click on the form at the top of the article to tell us your favorite type(s) of wood and your best fire management tip that we can share with other oven owners to help everyone become a Fire Master!

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Community Cookbook

Roasting in Your Wood Fired Oven – Squash Two Ways: Red Kuri Squash-Brown Butter Purée & Baked Pumpkin Soup

Winter Squash is a broad family of vegetables that comes in many colors, sizes, and shapes. Their hardiness make them well-adapted for roasting in the rich warmth of a wood fired oven.  These two recipes take the resulting flavors and transform them into delicate side dishes that will elevate any meal.
  1. Red Kuri Squash has a mellow, chestnut taste, further deepened and smoothed by the brown butter. Who knew gourmet flavors could be so simple to make? Get The Recipe
  2. This Pumpkin Soup is baked directly in an actual pumpkin for a gentle infusion of fall flavor into the broth. Direct from South Africa, this recipe will wow your guests with your international flair, while retaining a down-home comfort. Get The Recipe
Fired Roasted Eggplant Dip by Carrie Nalley
Holiday gatherings thrive on good appetizers and munchies for your guests. This recipe by Carrie Nalley takes advantage of the roasting potential of fresh eggplant, a funny, purple fruit still in season in October. The results are a delicious Mediterranean-style dip that pairs well with pita bread or veggies.

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Chef Dan’s Pizza with Roasted Mushrooms, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onion and Basil
This month, we looked back into the cookbook to continue with the roasted theme. We found a delicious pizza that features roasted mushrooms for a smoky, earthy element that contrasts nicely with the bright cherry tomato notes for a great pie! You’ll love recreating this flavor combo from Chef Dan.

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Product Spotlight: 
Roma Ovens


Reminiscent of the colors, lines, and flow of a countryside Roman Villa, the Roma is our commercial oven with softer, smoother styling for an inviting look. Fully assembled for either counter or stand, it’s perfect for bistros, taverns, resorts, and wineries.

The Roma features the Professionale oven core, a 3” thick refractory dome with a real firebrick cooking floor. It can cook up to 7 pizzas at a time and comes in your choice of wood or gas fuels. The Roma is super versatile – able to bake fresh bread or knock out your prep work with residual heat in the morning, then crank it up and bake pizza at 600°F - 1000°F in the afternoon and evening!

With a stylish brick arch, 7 stucco colors to choose from, and now available in tile too, the Roma is customizable to any space. Let us tell you more about how this robust oven can bring extra revenue to your business, like it has to Stripe Nine Brewing Co. in Somersworth, NH!

Learn More About The Roma

Mastering Your Oven Class Offered November 24th at NAPCA


The last “Mastering Your Oven” Class of 2019 for Forno Bravo owners and friends is coming to the North American Pizza and Culinary Academy on November 24th. This 1-day course is an immersive opportunity to improve your skills and confidence, and make (and eat) amazing dishes!
  • Learn pizza dough making from a Master Instructor in a world-class dough lab;
  • Tackle grilling steaks and chops with an experienced chef instructor;
  • Gain confidence working with wood and wood fire cooking through hands-on practice;
  • Enjoy a delicious meal that you will help prepare!
Save 20% on your registration by using Coupon Code: G5FK879JFB@20 at checkout!

Learn More & Register

Nexus Tax Laws Are On The Way. Lock In Your 2019 Pricing! Browse Our Selection & Get A Quote Today.


As you may have heard, many states are passing new laws requiring sales tax to be collected on online purchases. Many of these laws take effect in 2020. If your state is one of these, and you are considering purchasing an oven or accessories through our online store, we recommend that you do it before the new year. 
Now is also a great time to lock in 2019 prices in general. All new quotes are valid for 30 days and our team would love to answer any questions about pricing and options to help you pick your new oven!


Browse Residential Ovens: 
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Browse Commercial Ovens:
 https://www.fornobravo.com/commercial-pizza-ovens/