The Pizza Trends of 2024: What Customers Love Today.
The New Frontiers of Pizza in 2024
The pizza, a cornerstone of Italian cuisine, it is constantly evolving. Every year, Customer tastes change and new trends emerge in the restaurant world. In 2024, pizza is not just a dish, but an art form that combines tradition and innovation. Let's see together what customers love today and how these trends are transforming the way we prepare and enjoy pizza.
The Preparation of the Dough: The Base of Every Great Pizza
The preparation of the dough is essential to obtain a perfect pizza. In 2024, customers are increasingly looking for light and digestible doughs, often based on wholemeal flours, multigrain or gluten-free. This trend responds to the growing attention towards well-being and health. In addition to, the use of sourdough, which requires longer rising times, it is highly appreciated for its contribution to a more aromatic and nutritious dough.
High Quality Ingredients: The Heart of Pizza
The quality of the ingredients is crucial. Today's customers are very attentive to the origin of the products used. Fresh ingredients, local and organic are at the top of the list of preferences. Buffalo mozzarella, San Marzano tomatoes and high quality extra virgin olive oil make the difference in a pizza that wants to keep up with the times. The use of seasonal ingredients is also a practice that is gaining ground, offering customers authentic and sustainable flavors.
Pizzerie Gourmet: A Complete Sensory Experience
Gourmet pizzerias are becoming more and more popular. These places offer creative pizzas, often inspired by international cuisine or enriched with fine ingredients such as truffles, smoked salmon, and artisanal cheeses. Gourmet pizzerias are not just a place to eat, but a complete sensorial experience that involves all the senses. Attention to detail, from presentation to flavor combination, makes every visit unique and memorable.
Cooking Pizza: Innovation and Tradition
The cooking of the pizza is another fundamental aspect that significantly influences the final result. In 2024, the use of wood-fired ovens continues to be highly appreciated for the unique flavor it gives to the pizza. However, New cooking technologies are emerging, like the latest generation electric ovens which guarantee uniform and personalized cooking. Some pizzerias are experimenting with coal or gas ovens to offer different and appealing flavor variations.
Digital Experiences: Online Orders and Deliveries
Digitalization has revolutionized the restaurant sector, and pizza is no exception. More and more pizzerias offer online ordering and delivery services, with dedicated apps that allow customers to personalize their pizza and receive it comfortably at home. This convenience is much appreciated, especially from the always connected young generations. Online reviews and social platforms play an important role in choosing a pizzeria, making a curated and active digital presence essential.
Sustainable Pizza: Respect for the Environment
Another important trend in 2024 is the attention to sustainability. Pizzerias are adopting eco-friendly practices, such as the use of biodegradable packaging, renewable energy, and the reduction of food waste. Customers are increasingly aware of the environmental impact of their food choices and reward pizzerias that are committed to a greener future.
Pizzaiolo Courses: Learn the Art of Pizza
If you are passionate about pizza and want to learn how to prepare it like a true professional, sign up for our pizza maker courses that we organize in our Silvio Cicchi pizza school. We offer comprehensive training programs that cover all stages of pizza preparation, from the selection of ingredients to perfect cooking. Our courses are suitable for everyone, from beginners to experts who want to refine their techniques.
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In conclusion, the world of pizza is constantly moving and the trends of 2024 reflect a growing attention to quality, to health and sustainability. Whether you are a lover of traditional pizza or an explorer of new flavor combinations, there is always something new to discover and enjoy.
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