Sliced fior di latte mozzarella (180g) on a wooden board with fresh basil, cherry tomatoes, and olive oil—ideal for pizza fritta.

Fior di Latte: The Fresh Cheese That Defines Neapolitan Pizza

Ask someone what goes on a Neapolitan pizza and they’ll probably say mozzarella. Ask a Neapolitan pizzaiolo and they’ll ask you a follow-up question you might not expect: which one? The distinction matters. Not as a…

Authentic Neapolitan Marinara pizza fritta with tomato sauce, garlic, and oregano served at Pizza Fritta 180 in Sydney

San Marzano Tomatoes: Why Naples’ Most Famous Ingredient Defines Neapolitan Pizza

Ask any serious Neapolitan pizzaiolo which ingredient they’d be least willing to compromise on and you’ll get the same answer, delivered without hesitation. The tomato. Not the cheese, not the flour, not even the oven. The…