Foodie Fun From thick crust to thin crust, square to round, Pennsylvania’s pizzerias all do things a little differently. And then you have those spots that even take it up a notch. We’re talking gourmet toppings, from-scratch sauces, and specialty pies that spur rave reviews. Don’t miss these fan favorites. Any Way You Slice It PIZZA JAWN , Philadelphia Sure, they offer standard pizzas like cheese and margherita, but the true must-try here is the Grandma: a square Detroit-style pan pizza with a sesame-seed-bottom crust and crunchy, caramelized cheese along the edges of the pan. Take your pick from a lineup of toppings like pork and beef pepperoni, bacon, vegan sausage, ricotta cheese, and all manner of veggies. (And order a side of homemade sauce for a good drizzle or dip.) from Sicily, met her future husband in a cookie factory in 1968, and passed down her recipes to their children. BETO’S PIZZA , Pittsburgh Ever heard of Ohio Valley-style pizza? It’s a type of pizza that’s cooked to bubbly perfection and then adorned with cold cheese and toppings for a hot-meets-cold sensory experience. Give it a try at this 1953 establishment, where the pizza is cooked to order by the slice and then topped with a pile of cold, freshly FERRI’S PIZZA , Moscow This family-owned pizza shop dating to 1936 is known for its innovative pies, from hot wing pizza to steak and asparagus pizza. But the 16 visitPA.com LACKAWANNA COUNTY PIZZA TRAIL PASSPORT: Pick up your free Pizza Passport at the Lackawanna County Visitors Center and collect a stamp from each participating pizzeria to win prizes. SASINPARAKSA / ADOBE STOCK pièce de resistance is the Potato Pizza, which garners a following from far and wide, as people drive great distances for this limited-time offering. Available only during the 40 days of Lenten season, this square pan pizza features hand-mashed potatoes, a blend of cheeses, light onion, and seasoning. shredded Provolone cheese and your choice of toppings. BAR PAZZO , Scranton This rustic eatery in Downtown Scranton is beloved for its handcrafted pastas and—yes—wood-fired pizzas with fun and funky toppings. Don’t miss the Bikini Bottom: a cheeseburger pizza with sharp cheddar cheese, chopped onions, pickles, and Big Mac sauce. MAMA RANDAZZO’S PIZZERIA & RESTAURANT , Altoona When you want a slice of authentic Sicilian pizza (essentially focaccia with toppings), visit this family-owned joint. “Mama” Randazzo came to America
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