In this season three premiere, I celebrate Italy's ancient and revered baking traditions by journeying from the historic Colosseum in Rome to the culinary haven of Caiazzo, specifically to dine at the acclaimed Pepe in Grani.

This episode is a tribute to the spirit of Italy's ancestral bakers, whose legacy vibrates through the streets and kitchens of the country today.

My adventure begins amidst Rome's monumental past, taking inspiration from the city's enduring history, then moves through Italy's picturesque landscapes, passing the ancient home of Spartacus at Capua, to gorgeous Caiazzo. Here, at Pepe in Grani, the focus shifts to experiencing the culinary artistry of Franco Pepe, whose dedication to pizza making reflects a modern interpretation of age-old traditions.

As I dine at Pepe in Grani, the episode captures the essence of being a guest in Franco Pepe's world, where each dish tells a story of local ingredients, traditional techniques, and innovation. The restaurant, with its intimate atmosphere and connection to the community, offers a firsthand look at how contemporary culinary practices are deeply intertwined with history.

This journey is not just about the flavours savoured at Pepe in Grani but also about sharing great food with our friends and family.

Join me this season as we honour the craft of baking and cooking with fire, starting with a visit to an incredible location where the wood fired oven serves as more than just an tool - it opens the door to cherished moments with friends and family.

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Welcome to part 5…the last episode .. the finale… of this 5 part Wood Fired Oven Masterclass Series where I sit down in the United Kingdom and talk to David Jones from the Manna from Devon Cooking school. If you haven’t listened to the previous episodes in this series - I highly suggest you start with these first.

Manna from Devon specialise in teaching wood fired oven cooking techniques to folks from all around the world.

In Part 5 of this Masterclass series, its live cook time….I love a live cook…especially from folks who are so passionate with cooking in wood fired ovens…..David and I head into the Wood Fired Oven kitchen and cook up an amazing lunch which Holly, my wife Rachel and I all thoroughly enjoyed.

David is a master cooking with Wood Fired Ovens - and I don’t say that lightly. If you have listened to the previous 4 episodes in this Masterclass series - you will know what I mean. David is a huge wealth of knowledge…and I am so very grateful to both Holly and David for coming onto the Wood Fired Oven podcast and sharing this expertise freely with us all.

Buttery bread rolls, Baked Camembert, tomatoes on a bed of gorgeous onions, and a gloriously golden chicken and ham pie were all cooked at the same time …I should add….in David’s very versatile Bushman Wood Fired Oven. This live cook right in front of the oven is ….Inspiring and delicious.

You can find out more about this wonderful wood fired oven cooking school by checking out their website : MannafromDevon.com. I will leave a bunch of links to their website, books and online courses in the show notes.

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Ok…sit back, relax and join me for this last episode in this wonderfully inspiring series….as we continue this incredible 5 part Wood Fired Oven Masterclass….. get ready for a delicious Live Cook in front of the Wood Fired Oven….with David Jones.

Manna From Devon
Website: https://www.mannafromdevon.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@mannadavid
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mannafdevon/

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Recommended Wood Fired Oven books
Check out my favourite books. They have helped me a lot, both with cooking in my wood fired oven and learning to cook with fire.