Review of Great Pizza at Home by John & Sally Mckenna of Mckennas Guides
“The book is a treat in every way, a punky, fanzine-style homage to creative Irish artisans and to the various styles of Italian and American pizzas which Monaghan has morphed into his own culinary vernacular. He knows the rules, and then has fun breaking them: who needs a quatro formaggi when you can have a Two Hats three-cheese? And we can all agree that life is made better with the signature two Hats Pizza, with buffalo mozzarella, n’duja, pepperoni and Ballinrostig Gouda from East Cork. For the budding pizzaiola, Great Pizza at Home goes beyond deft ideas and sweet images, it’s also a factual look at flour, the science of pizza, tips and tricks and, after reading it, you will be able to make great pizza in your own kitchen with panache. Great Pizza at Home is a book that reverences the cheesemakers, honey gatherers and foragers of Ireland, and the fact that it is such a personal vision of this corner of the culinary world – there is even a photograph of Sean’s Mum and Dad in their kitchen enjoying Brian’s Pizza, made with slices of cooked potatoes and mozzarella with Brie de Meaux – gives it a true charm.”
Bring out the Pizza Chef in You with ‘Two Hats Pizza: Great Pizza at Home’
The ‘Two Hats Pizza: Great Pizza at Home’ book is an excellent start to mastering the art of pizza making. This book is more than just a collection of pizza recipes; it celebrates Irish food producers, wild ingredients, and Irish food delis and markets.
Discover the Secrets of Irish Pizza
‘Two Hats Pizza: Great Pizza at Home’ introduces you to the philosophy of using local ingredients and crafting pizzas with them, in this case, using authentic Irish ingredients. From the wide variety of Irish cheeses and the unusual Venison salami to the earthy flavours of wild mushrooms foraged by experts, this book offers a unique perspective that will transform your pizza-making experience.
