My guest in our first episode is Dan Richer, a fellow Matawan, NJ born chef and owner of Razza in Jersey City, which was named Best Pizza in North America by "50 Best". He’s the author of the New York Times Best Seller, “The Joy of Pizza” my go-to book for at-home pizza making! With 5 James Beard Nominations under his belt, Dan has dedicated his professional career to understanding the intricacies of pizza and practicing his craft daily. And he’s just plain funny. He's got all the tips to help elevate YOUR at home pizza game (or get started if you haven't yet).

Dan shares his journey to creating his own unique famous pizza style and how he skipped his college graduation to fly to Italy and find clarity in his life. 

We talk about the importance of using local ingredients and the always hot discussion of 00 flour and San Marzano tomatoes and if they really make a difference...

We taste an unexpected wine together in our Sip Spotlight and talk about our favorite pizza and wine pairings and how to get out of your own way to pursue your passions. 

I had an absolute blast talking with Dan and I think you’ll really enjoy hearing his story and how he got to where he is today!

You can follow him @danricher and @razzanj on IG

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