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Post by chuffedstokie on Oct 28, 2016 17:31:51 GMT
Personally, thin and crispy every time. I was offered as a snack today a doughy bready excuse that was more bread than topping. Difficult to eat and basically unpleasant. One of the benefits of living close to Bedford for a number of years was the abundance of fantastic Italian restaurants courtesy of an Italian community brought here to work in the brick industry during and after WW2. So instead of Pizza hut or Pizza Express etc the genuine article was readily available being run by 2nd and 3rd generation families. Are there any really good places that anyone could recommend in our neck of the woods of a similar heritage. Another brilliant by product was, and still is, the quality of the local ice cream vans and the atmosphere in town during Italia 90, party time.
Top meal then would be a seafood thin and crispy followed by a proper ice cream selection. Point me in the right direction. 
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Post by stokebloke on Oct 28, 2016 17:46:51 GMT
Thin and sloppy everytime
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Post by trentvale68 on Oct 28, 2016 17:47:30 GMT
Thin and crispy for me too!
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Post by trentvale68 on Oct 28, 2016 17:48:07 GMT
Thin and sloppy everytime This isn't about your ideal woman  |
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Post by auntiegeorge on Oct 29, 2016 5:16:25 GMT
Thin & crispy all day long.
Very interesting story about Bedford. I knew about the brick industry but not the Italian connection. I totally agree that these global pizza chains are awful - same dull formula in every location. Nothing more than production lines. No-one cares. You just cannot beat an authentic fresh pizza individually prepared and cooked by an authentic Italian chef.
I'm driving down to London next weekend to see my brother, so will definitely stop off in Bedford on the way back to check out the cuisine. I'll report back with my findings!
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Post by chuffedstokie on Oct 29, 2016 6:11:12 GMT
Thin & crispy all day long. Very interesting story about Bedford. I knew about the brick industry but not the Italian connection. I totally agree that these global pizza chains are awful - same dull formula in every location. Nothing more than production lines. No-one cares. You just cannot beat an authentic fresh pizza individually prepared and cooked by an authentic Italian chef. I'm driving down to London next weekend to see my brother, so will definitely stop off in Bedford on the way back to check out the cuisine. I'll report back with my findings! I can recommend Amici in St Peters Street (town centre) but a brief Google search will give some pretty good ideas. Hope you enjoy the trip. |
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Post by auntiegeorge on Oct 29, 2016 8:45:29 GMT
Cheers for that. I've already checked online and liked the look of Pizzeria Santaniello, but will definitely take a look at Amici.
I don't know why anyone would go to the big chains when you can get the real deal for the same price (or even less) as well as full waiter service.
Looking forward to it now!
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Post by happychappy on Oct 29, 2016 9:57:50 GMT
Proper stone baked pizza. Nothing nicer. For those that love the thin and crispy try Klay up hanley. Macaroni cheese pizza, few chillie flakes on top, top draw. www.klaypizzeria.com |
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Post by Mendicant on Oct 29, 2016 10:23:28 GMT
Personally, thin and crispy every time. I was offered as a snack today a doughy bready excuse that was more bread than topping. Difficult to eat and basically unpleasant. One of the benefits of living close to Bedford for a number of years was the abundance of fantastic Italian restaurants courtesy of an Italian community brought here to work in the brick industry during and after WW2. So instead of Pizza hut or Pizza Express etc the genuine article was readily available being run by 2nd and 3rd generation families. Are there any really good places that anyone could recommend in our neck of the woods of a similar heritage. Another brilliant by product was, and still is, the quality of the local ice cream vans and the atmosphere in town during Italia 90, party time.
Top meal then would be a seafood thin and crispy followed by a proper ice cream selection. Point me in the right direction.
PS. The coffee was shit hot as well. In Naples, the home of pizza, it's a thin base with just cheese and tomato. If they're feeling a bit adventurous then maybe a few anchovies as well. If it's good enough for them then it's good enough for Mendicant  |
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Post by cheeesfreeex on Oct 29, 2016 11:01:07 GMT
What about Roberto's up Hanley duck?
Not been for a while but always enjoyed it there, bit more 'authentic'.
They do a Turtle pizza too!
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Post by murphthesurf on Oct 29, 2016 11:35:37 GMT
Personally, thin and crispy every time. I was offered as a snack today a doughy bready excuse that was more bread than topping. Difficult to eat and basically unpleasant. One of the benefits of living close to Bedford for a number of years was the abundance of fantastic Italian restaurants courtesy of an Italian community brought here to work in the brick industry during and after WW2. So instead of Pizza hut or Pizza Express etc the genuine article was readily available being run by 2nd and 3rd generation families. Are there any really good places that anyone could recommend in our neck of the woods of a similar heritage. Another brilliant by product was, and still is, the quality of the local ice cream vans and the atmosphere in town during Italia 90, party time. Top meal then would be a seafood thin and crispy followed by a proper ice cream selection. Point me in the right direction.
Thin & crispy every time, Chuff. I make my own pizzas as I can use my own tomato sauce + mozzarella, olives, smoked ham, artichoke hearts and loads of anchovies. Make ice cream, too: Coffee and chocolate are probably the best. ♫ 'Just-a one Chuffetto, geeve eet to meeeeee……..' ♫ |
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Post by murphthesurf on Oct 29, 2016 11:40:04 GMT
What about Roberto's up Hanley duck?Not been for a while but always enjoyed it there, but more 'authentic'. They do a Turtle pizza too! Definitely agree, Cheesy. Used to go to the Theatre Royal up 'anley duck when it was still a theatre, and always paired trips with a meal at Roberto's - their Pizza Quattro Stagioni was sublime.
The many foodies on 'ere will already know this, but the name means 'Four Seasons Pizza' - the pizza is divided into four sections containing different ingredients, each quarter typifying a season of the year when those ingredients are at their best - eg. tomatoes for summer, mushrooms for autumn, etc. Not been to Roberto's for years and years, but it was always fabulous food. |
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Post by bathstoke on Oct 29, 2016 11:52:26 GMT
What about Roberto's up Hanley duck? Not been for a while but always enjoyed it there, bit more 'authentic'. They do a Turtle pizza too! I did a tortoise impression this morning... |
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Post by chuffedstokie on Oct 29, 2016 11:55:36 GMT
Personally, thin and crispy every time. I was offered as a snack today a doughy bready excuse that was more bread than topping. Difficult to eat and basically unpleasant. One of the benefits of living close to Bedford for a number of years was the abundance of fantastic Italian restaurants courtesy of an Italian community brought here to work in the brick industry during and after WW2. So instead of Pizza hut or Pizza Express etc the genuine article was readily available being run by 2nd and 3rd generation families. Are there any really good places that anyone could recommend in our neck of the woods of a similar heritage. Another brilliant by product was, and still is, the quality of the local ice cream vans and the atmosphere in town during Italia 90, party time. Top meal then would be a seafood thin and crispy followed by a proper ice cream selection. Point me in the right direction.
Thin & crispy every time, Chuff. I make my own pizzas as I can use my own tomato sauce + mozzarella, olives, smoked ham, artichoke hearts and loads of anchovies. Make ice cream, too: Coffee and chocolate are probably the best. ♫ 'Just-a one Chuffetto, geeve eet to meeeeee……..' ♫ Can't disagree with the anchovies Murph,love em. Best one I've tried was on hols in Sardinia,can taste it now. Lovely. |
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Post by murphthesurf on Oct 29, 2016 12:31:10 GMT
Thin & crispy every time, Chuff. I make my own pizzas as I can use my own tomato sauce + mozzarella, olives, smoked ham, artichoke hearts and loads of anchovies. Make ice cream, too: Coffee and chocolate are probably the best. ♫ 'Just-a one Chuffetto, geeve eet to meeeeee……..' ♫ Best one I've tried was on hols in Sardinia,can taste it now. Lovely. Ooooh, same 'ere, Chuff!  |
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Post by murphthesurf on Oct 29, 2016 12:38:18 GMT
Had an absolutely deeeelish pizza, literally one of the best I've ever had - in fact I rang them and told them so afterwards - from somewhere in Stone (a takeaway pizza place, not a restaurant) a couple of years ago - if I lived nearer to Stone I'd be in there a LOT - it really was THAT good. Can't remember its name but have G'd it and am sure it must be this one: PICCOLOS PIZZA 14 - 16 Stafford Street Stone ST15 8QW Tel. 01785 819 555 + 01785 819 888 piccolospizzaland.co.uk/pizza/index.htmlThey cook their pizzas to order and have the usual sort of selection, but they also include an option called 'Create Your Own Topping' with a wide range of toppings on offer. They also do a range of Calzone and Salads, plus other sorts of meals, and various extras. They have a delivery service to Stone and the surrounding areas. |
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Post by felonious on Oct 29, 2016 12:54:00 GMT
Personally, thin and crispy every time. I was offered as a snack today a doughy bready excuse that was more bread than topping. Difficult to eat and basically unpleasant. One of the benefits of living close to Bedford for a number of years was the abundance of fantastic Italian restaurants courtesy of an Italian community brought here to work in the brick industry during and after WW2. So instead of Pizza hut or Pizza Express etc the genuine article was readily available being run by 2nd and 3rd generation families. Are there any really good places that anyone could recommend in our neck of the woods of a similar heritage. Another brilliant by product was, and still is, the quality of the local ice cream vans and the atmosphere in town during Italia 90, party time.
Top meal then would be a seafood thin and crispy followed by a proper ice cream selection. Point me in the right direction.
PS. The coffee was shit hot as well. In Naples, the home of pizza, it's a thin base with just cheese and tomato. If they're feeling a bit adventurous then maybe a few anchovies as well. If it's good enough for them then it's good enough for Mendicant I remember the pizza I had in Naples very well....I saw it twice |
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Post by Northy on Oct 29, 2016 12:56:25 GMT
Thin & crispy all day long. Very interesting story about Bedford. I knew about the brick industry but not the Italian connection. I totally agree that these global pizza chains are awful - same dull formula in every location. Nothing more than production lines. No-one cares. You just cannot beat an authentic fresh pizza individually prepared and cooked by an authentic Italian chef. I'm driving down to London next weekend to see my brother, so will definitely stop off in Bedford on the way back to check out the cuisine. I'll report back with my findings! I've been to Italy a few times recently, their freshly made pizzas are fantastic, freshly made and straight out of the wood burning pizz ovens. Thin and crispy for me, had one last night, home made all the way |
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Post by chuffedstokie on Oct 29, 2016 13:00:28 GMT
Had an absolutely deeeelish pizza, literally one of the best I've ever had - in fact I rang them and told them so afterwards - from somewhere in Stone (a takeaway pizza place, not a restaurant) a couple of years ago - if I lived nearer to Stone I'd be in there a LOT - it really was THAT good. Can't remember its name but have G'd it and am sure it must be this one: PICCOLOS PIZZA 14 - 16 Stafford Street Stone ST15 8QW Tel. 01785 819 555 + 01785 819 888 piccolospizzaland.co.uk/pizza/index.htmlThey cook their pizzas to order and have the usual sort of selection, but they also include an option called 'Create Your Own Topping' with a wide range of toppings on offer. They also do a range of Calzone and Salads, plus other sorts of meals, and various extras. They have a delivery service to Stone and the surrounding areas. Duly noted. Thank you, one for future reference. 👍 |
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Post by murphthesurf on Oct 29, 2016 13:14:16 GMT
Had an absolutely deeeelish pizza, literally one of the best I've ever had - in fact I rang them and told them so afterwards - from somewhere in Stone (a takeaway pizza place, not a restaurant) a couple of years ago - if I lived nearer to Stone I'd be in there a LOT - it really was THAT good. Can't remember its name but have G'd it and am sure it must be this one: PICCOLOS PIZZA 14 - 16 Stafford Street Stone ST15 8QW Tel. 01785 819 555 + 01785 819 888 piccolospizzaland.co.uk/pizza/index.htmlThey cook their pizzas to order and have the usual sort of selection, but they also include an option called 'Create Your Own Topping' with a wide range of toppings on offer. They also do a range of Calzone and Salads, plus other sorts of meals, and various extras. They have a delivery service to Stone and the surrounding areas. Duly noted. Thank you, one for future reference. 👍 You're very welcome, Chuff. I'll see if we can get over there and order some in the next few days and re-check it's the same place, just in case! I'm sure it is, though. |
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Post by lagwafis on Oct 29, 2016 17:30:06 GMT
Proper stone baked pizza. Nothing nicer. For those that love the thin and crispy try Klay up hanley. Macaroni cheese pizza, few chillie flakes on top, top draw. www.klaypizzeria.comI'm more deep pan but would also recommend Klay in Hanley. Great little venue, well worth a visit. |
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Post by scfcwebby on Oct 29, 2016 18:43:34 GMT
Stonebaked
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Post by chuffedstokie on Oct 29, 2016 19:53:28 GMT
Is that the one where you heat a slab of rock to a temperature similar to the surface of the sun then plonk the pizza on top. Followed by 30 seconds in the oven?. |
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Post by cerebralstokie on Oct 29, 2016 22:34:32 GMT
Deep pan crisp and even (as in Good King Wenceslas)
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Post by chuffedstokie on Oct 30, 2016 8:32:04 GMT
Proper stone baked pizza. Nothing nicer. For those that love the thin and crispy try Klay up hanley. Macaroni cheese pizza, few chillie flakes on top, top draw. www.klaypizzeria.comI'm more deep pan but would also recommend Klay in Hanley. Great little venue, well worth a visit. Another to add to the list. Thanks. |
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Post by bathstoke on Oct 30, 2016 12:44:12 GMT
Personally, thin and crispy every time. I was offered as a snack today a doughy bready excuse that was more bread than topping. Difficult to eat and basically unpleasant. One of the benefits of living close to Bedford for a number of years was the abundance of fantastic Italian restaurants courtesy of an Italian community brought here to work in the brick industry during and after WW2. So instead of Pizza hut or Pizza Express etc the genuine article was readily available being run by 2nd and 3rd generation families. Are there any really good places that anyone could recommend in our neck of the woods of a similar heritage. Another brilliant by product was, and still is, the quality of the local ice cream vans and the atmosphere in town during Italia 90, party time. Top meal then would be a seafood thin and crispy followed by a proper ice cream selection. Point me in the right direction.
Thin & crispy every time, Chuff. I make my own pizzas as I can use my own tomato sauce + mozzarella, olives, smoked ham, artichoke hearts and loads of anchovies. That sounds rate up my street. We make our own pizza, but as I'm the only one that does olives, artichokes or anchovies, they all get sacrificed for smoked bacon. Huge rashers of smoked bacon on mozzarella & tomato sauce. It's like a continental open bacon & cheese buttyXx |
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Post by lordherefordsknob on Oct 30, 2016 13:13:10 GMT
What about Roberto's up Hanley duck? Not been for a while but always enjoyed it there, bit more 'authentic'. They do a Turtle pizza too! Definitely best pizza place in the potteries, also love the pics of all the old stars in there that used to go in from the theatres. |
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Post by blurtonboy on Oct 30, 2016 15:39:22 GMT
What about Roberto's up Hanley duck? Not been for a while but always enjoyed it there, bit more 'authentic'. They do a Turtle pizza too! I did a tortoise impression this morning... I like a poster who sticks his/her neck out. |
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Post by cheeesfreeex on Oct 30, 2016 15:52:00 GMT
What about Roberto's up Hanley duck? Not been for a while but always enjoyed it there, bit more 'authentic'. They do a Turtle pizza too! I did a tortoise impression this morning... Deep pan? |
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Post by felonious on Oct 30, 2016 17:58:36 GMT
I did a tortoise impression this morning... I like a poster who sticks his/her neck out. I'd be more impressed if he stuck his neck in occasionally |
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