CATANIA – The tradition of true Neapolitan pizza arrives in the heart of Sicily: The Ancient Pizzeria Da Michele, a historic Neapolitan brand, opens a new location in the historic center of Catania.
The inauguration is scheduled for Friday in a prestigious late 700th - early 800th century building located in via Manzoni, a few steps from the central via EtneaThe brand's two CEOs enthusiastically announce the opening, Alexander Condurro e Francis DeLuca.
“Here, as in Naples, pizza is not just a dish – explains Condurro – but a real ritual, a moment of sharing that spans generations. The people of Catania, with their warm hospitality and passion for good food, will welcome without hesitation a pizza that represents the perfect fusion between Neapolitan tradition and the warmth of the South”.
De Luca also underlines the link between Naples and Catania through the cuisine: “The inhabitants of this city, always linked to a rich and generous gastronomy, will find in it The Antica Pizzeria Da Michele an authentic corner of Naples capable of moving them. Here tradition is celebrated in every detail: from the large open oven to the gestures and rituals that make each pizza a unique experience, just like in the historic location in Naples”.
Il menu will offer the iconic pizzas that have made the brand famous, but with a special touch for the Catania public. Alongside the classic daisy e seafaring, in fact, there will be space for specialties inspired by the 90 years and a selection of Neapolitan fried foods, which recall ancient Campania recipes.
The project for the new pizzeria bears the signature of studio of the architect Antonio Di Maro, who also oversaw the opening of other branches in the city such as Bari, Taranto, Trieste, Bergamo, Viareggio, Pompei, Pescara, Modena and Civitavecchia. The interior design follows the typical stylistic concept of the brand, but with specific details designed to enhance the artistic and architectural history of Catania.
Article published on 2 April 2025 - 17:05
The news of the opening of Antica Pizzeria Da Michele in Catania is very interesting. Let's hope the pizza is as good as the one in Naples. The people of Catania deserve a nice pizzeria in the center, especially with all the culinary traditions.