Franco Pepe
Franco Pepe is a renowned Italian pizzaiolo and the owner of 'Pepe in Grani' in Caiazzo, Italy, celebrated for his artisanal pizzas and commitment to traditional Italian culinary practices. He is often regarded as one of the best pizza makers in the world, earning accolades for his innovative use of high-quality ingredients and techniques that elevate pizza to a gourmet experience. Pepe's passion for pizza is matched by his dedication to promoting the cultural significance of Italian cuisine.
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Franco Pepe described the recognition as a collective victory for all involved in Italian cuisine.
Da oggi la cucina italiana è patrimonio dell'Unesco: non solo piatti, ma un "sistema culturale complesso". Meloni: «Ci inorgoglisce»
Italy· 2025-12-10
Franco Pepe is a pizzaiolo and founder of 'Pepe in Grani' who promotes peace through his culinary creations.
Franco Pepe: «Ho reso il mio lavoro più accessibile a tutti. La mia pizza Contaminazione? Un inno alla pace in Medioriente»Italy· 2025-10-25
Franco Pepe was awarded for the Best Pizza Identity at The Best Pizza Awards.
The Best Pizza Awards: vince Francesco Martucci. Il podio è tutto italiano. Fenomeno Caserta (davanti a Napoli)Italy· 2025-06-29
Franco Pepe is mentioned as a fellow chef whose dish resembles one created by Davide Scabin.
Davide Scabin: «Sono arrivato a 5 giorni di digiuno: entri in un’altra dimensione, il cervello va ai 500 all’ora. La cucina italiana? Oggi è ferma»Italy· 2025-06-12
Franco Pepe is recognized as one of the best pizzaioli in Italy, ranking just above Renato Bosco.
Renato Bosco, a Milano sbarca il «pizzaricercatore»: «Io lavoro da quando avevo 15 anni. Oggi per trovare dipendenti bisogna offrire più giorni liberi»Italy· 2025-06-09
Franco Pepe is known for his meticulous research in creating the best pizza dough at his pizzeria 'Pepe in Grani' in Caiazzo.
Pizza fritta di Franco Pepe, ecco come realizzare l’impasto passo dopo passoItaly· 2025-02-09Franco Pepe is a renowned pizzaiolo who described his meeting with King Charles III of the United Kingdom as an indescribable emotion.
L’incontro tra Franco Pepe e Re Carlo III del Regno Unito, il pizzaiolo: «Un'emozione indescrivibile»Italy· 2025-02-09
