Franco Pepe of Pepe in Grani Lunch Takeover

Recognized as one of the best pizzaiolos in the world, we are honored to welcome back Chef Franco Pepe of Pepe in Grani from Caiazzo, Italy for a weekend of lunch events. 

Raised in the family’s tavern-pizzeria, Chef Franco learned the art of pizza by observing the actions of his father, Stefano, who used fresh local ingredients to create unique pizzas. Pepe in Grani, which opened in 2012, is the epitome of Franco’s philosophy to pizza: celebrating authentic flavors to his territory of Italy and local produce. Among his awards are the Pizza Award and the title of The Best Pizza Chef awarded by The Best Chef in 2023. Chef Franco was also featured in the Netflix docuseries Chef’s Table in 2022.

This 6-course pizza tasting menu will showcase Chef Franco’s signature, award-winning pizzas.

MENU

ACCIUGRANA
Pizza Fritta with 12-Month Fonduta, Cetara Anchovies, Chili Pepper & Citrus Zest

CONTAMINAZIONE
Pizza Fritta with Stracciata di Bufala, Olive Paté & Za’atar

MARGHERITA SBAGLIATA
Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP, “Riccio” Tomato Purée, Basil Reduction & Extra Virgin Olive Oil

SCARPETTA
Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP, 12-Month Aged Cheese Fondue, Fresh Tomato Compote, Basil Pesto & 24-Month Grana Padano 

FORMOZZA
Sundried Tomato, Alife Onion, Fabula Cheese, Bacon, Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Matese Oregano 

PASTIERA FRITTA
Sweet Pizza Fritta with Citrus Custard, Fior di Latte Cheese, Candied Fruit, Roasted Hazelnuts, Cinnamon & Orange Zest

$125 plus tax & service

Beverage options will be available for additional purchase upon consumption.