More than a decade after opening the doors to his Argentine grill Zoilo, chef Diego Jacquet is expanding. He's getting ready to open a pizzeria just around the corner from his restaurant.
Florencio Pizza will give him a chance to showcase pizzas inspired by his travels around the world including time spent in Patagonia, his life in Argentina and the creative input of Italian immigrants in Argentina.
Obviously, a great pizza starts with the basics and the pizzas here will be made with a 48-hour fermented dough, using a special blend of flours chosen by Diego. The menu will range from the classic Margherita to a Fugazza made with onions, Provolone, oregano and spicy honey.
“I want Florencio to be a truly local pizzeria," says Diego, "that combines friendly, old-school service with our unconditional love for pizza. We’ll be using the very best seasonal ingredients together with insanely well-sourced cheeses, flours and tomatoes to make the pizzas."
You'll also want to make it through to the dessert course at Florencio when you know that they're putting a banana split on the menu covered in chocolate chips and dulce de leche.
Unlike Zoilo with its Argentine-focused wine list, the drinks list here will range more widely with a mix of Italian and French wines. And running the show will be Sebastien Guilleminault who's been GM at Zoilo for the past four years.
More about Florencio Pizza
Where is it? 14 Seymour Place, London W1H 7NF
When does it open? 16 November 2023
Find out more: Visit their website or follow them on Instagram @florencio_pizza
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