Guy Fieri and Christian Petroni found a Connecticut treasure, Grite Street Pizza, and I watched the newest episode of ‘Diners, Drive Ins and Dives’ and was introduced to the the culinary world of Grite Street Pizza.
On this visit, the duo enjoyed some great pizza and other surprises in Connecticut.
Grite Street Pizza has been making great hand-pulled cheese and hand made bread. Making those products from scratch helps them make a terrific pizza. Grite Street stands out in all of Connecticut because of their dedication to quality.
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Guy Fieri, with his signature style, took us step by step in making one of their legendary pizzas, along with Matt, who we also know as Randy Watson.
The dough is made with a sourdough starter and a fermentation process that takes over 24 hours. That’s is how much work goes into achieving the perfect crust.
The pizza toppings are like a symphony. Margherita, pepproni, and honey hot pizza are a superb mix. The spice, heat, and sweetness all come together to create a\u00a0delightful\u00a0experience.
And if that wasn’t enough, you get to watch your fresh mozzarella being made right in front of you. It’s made into “nice little ribbons” that assure you of gooey bliss in every bite!
Another masterpiece sauce is created with organic roasted garlic, kosher salt, Sicilian oregano, and rich olive oil from California to further elevate its quality, it’s then stored in a refrigerator for a full 24 hours to fully develop its flavor, which, per Guy, makes the tomato ‘alive and well’.
It’s a fun process watching the pizza get made! First, the dough gets to ferment for 24 hours and then sits out for another 6 hours. Next, the tip-up of cheese gets added to the pizza, along with the basil, pepperoni, and garlic oil. Finally, the pizza gets baked at 650 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.
So when you take a bite into the doughy, cheesy, and saucy goodness, you find yourself grappling with a piece of pizza that is literally standing, with a base that confidently boasts and even challenges the likes of sourdough and yeast.
Another new addition is the Philly cheesesteak sandwich, made with freshly baked bread and an Italian long hots and New York strip marinade. The sandwich is topped with a cheese sauce blend made of heavy cream, provolone Picante, mozzarella, and American cheeses. The combination is so impressive that, as Guy said, it makes you want to be a ‘better person.’
Grite Street Pizza is an experience, not just a place to grab a slice. With lots of energy and love, you’ll feel right at home in this pizza shop. Guy has given his stamp of approval saying it’s ‘A+ Pizza A+’ so you know this place is legit.
While in Connecticut, Grite Street Pizza is a great option to get great pizza and a cheesesteak that competes with the best cheesesteaks in Philadelphia.