VPN Americas is the North American delegation of the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, an international authority focused on preserving and promoting the tradition of true Neapolitan pizza. The association establishes rigorous standards for ingredients, dough preparation, baking techniques, and the final pizza, offering certification to pizzerias that meet these criteria.
In addition to certifying establishments, VPN Americas offers structured training programs for individuals dedicated to learning Neapolitan pizza making. These programs are designed for various skill levels, including beginners, home cooking enthusiasts, and professional cooks aiming for advanced skills or certification as a Master Pizzaiolo. The curriculum emphasizes traditional practices, covering essential aspects like dough handling, fermentation processes, ingredient quality, and effective use of wood-fired ovens.
The training includes different course levels such as Basic, Advanced, and Master, alongside courses specifically for pizza enthusiasts. Students acquire practical abilities through direct, hands-on teaching from experienced and certified instructors. These courses are intended to transmit the authentic knowledge and techniques necessary to create genuine Neapolitan pizza according to the detailed VPN standards.
