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| - I treated myself to a 100 mile round trip drive to sample Crostatas' Neapolitan pizza after getting out of hospital today. I ordered a MARGHERITA D.O.C. with San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella di bufala, basil and EVOO that was baked in their artisan constructed wood fired oven.
It was outstanding! The crust tapered from the subtle, soft and chewy center to a crisp and flavorful cornice made from Caputo 00 flour. The tomatoes were bright, full bodied, and definitely San Marzano's. The mozarella, di bufala, was smooth as silk, with a sweet overtone. I sampled the Parmesan in the shaker, and it was definitely freshly grated.
I just ordered a coffee, and when a Caffè Americano arrived I was pleasantly surprised. It was excellent also, by the way, as was the waite staff. I also appreciated my conversation with Angelo at the counter as he described the construction of their prized oven and how long it took to "temper".
You will not be disappointed by Crostatas if my experience with the Margherita DOC was any indication!
They also sell the very hard to get Caputo 00 flour for the home pizza makers.
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