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Jim Mirabelli Named to PMQ Cover Stars Council: Leadership in Pizza Education and Industry Insight
Jim Mirabelli Named to PMQ Cover Stars Council: Leadership in Pizza Education and Industry Insight
At Virtual Pizza Academy, our mission has always been clear: deliver real-world pizza education grounded in current industry experience. That’s why we’re proud to share that Jim Mirabelli, Co-Founder of Virtual... Read more...
Virtual Pizza Academy is Re-defining the On-Line Culinary Learning Experience
Virtual Pizza Academy is Re-defining the On-Line Culinary Learning Experience
This Isn’t Your Typical Zoom Pizza Class If you’ve ever signed up for an online cooking class and thought, “Is this it?” — grainy video, poor audio, awkward camera angles,... Read more...
The Pizza Peel Mistake Everyone Makes (And How to Avoid It)
The Pizza Peel Mistake Everyone Makes (And How to Avoid It)
Making pizza at home is a rewarding experience, but there’s one simple tool that often trips up even the most enthusiastic home pizza makers: the pizza peel. If you’ve ever struggled... Read more...
🎁 The Ultimate Holiday Gift: A Pizza-Making Experience from Virtual Pizza Academy
🎁 The Ultimate Holiday Gift: A Pizza-Making Experience from Virtual Pizza Academy
The holidays are officially here—and so is the annual scramble to find a gift that feels meaningful, memorable, and actually useful. While the world is full of scented candles, sweaters, and... Read more...
🎁 Why Gifting a Cooking Experience Is Trending This Holiday Season
🎁 Why Gifting a Cooking Experience Is Trending This Holiday Season
Every holiday season brings a familiar challenge: finding a gift that feels meaningful, memorable, and personal. This year, there’s a clear shift happening. Instead of more stuff, people are choosing... Read more...
UNESCO Recognizes Pizza & Italian Cuisine — Why This Moment Matters More Than Ever
UNESCO Recognizes Pizza & Italian Cuisine — Why This Moment Matters More Than Ever
Big news from the culinary world: UNESCO has once again shined a global spotlight on pizza and Italian cuisine, reinforcing what pizza lovers have always known — this isn’t just... Read more...
Why the Windowpane Test Is Pointless for Pizza Dough (And What Actually Matters Instead)
Why the Windowpane Test Is Pointless for Pizza Dough (And What Actually Matters Instead)
If you’ve ever watched artisan bread tutorials, you’ve seen bakers stretch a tiny piece of dough until it becomes thin enough to see light through it — the windowpane test.... Read more...
Corto Calabrian Chili Agrumato-Method Olive Oil
Corto Calabrian Chili Agrumato-Method Olive Oil
Are you ready to ignite your pizza with flavor, heat and freshness? The Corto Agrumato-Method Calabrian Chili Olive Oil is here to up your savory game and turn everyday cooking... Read more...
Corto Lemon Verbena Agrumato-Method Olive Oil
Corto Lemon Verbena Agrumato-Method Olive Oil
Are you a dessert pizza lover looking to elevate your taste buds? Look no further! Corto Lemon Verbena Agrumato Method Olive Oil is here to take your dessert pizza game... Read more...
7 Must-Have Tools Every Home Pizza Maker Needs
7 Must-Have Tools Every Home Pizza Maker Needs
If you’re serious about making amazing pizza at home, your dough and sauce can only take you so far. The right tools can make the difference between a soggy, misshapen... Read more...
How Virtual Pizza Academy Is Changing the Game — Insights from Our PMQ Feature
How Virtual Pizza Academy Is Changing the Game — Insights from Our PMQ Feature
We’re thrilled to share that Virtual Pizza Academy was recently featured in PMQ Magazine and the Peel: A PMQ Pizza Podcast. It’s humbling and inspiring to see our journey, vision, and... Read more...
Student Success Stories: How Virtual Pizza Academy Changed My Pizza Game
When I first started making pizza at home, my biggest win was getting the dough not to tear. I burned crusts, undercooked centers, and couldn’t for the life of me figure out why my sauce always tasted off. I followed YouTube videos, scrolled through pizza forums, and tried every "secret tip" from Facebook groups. But something was missing: structure, real feedback, and a path to consistent results. That’s when I found Virtual Pizza Academy—and everything changed. My Pizza Making Journey (Pre-Academy) Like most home pizza enthusiasts, my journey started with... Read more...