Each year, the pizza industry sees novel culinary waves, and 2023 is no different. At DigitalInnovationCenter, keeping a pulse on the preferences of pizza aficionados worldwide is our duty. We present a list of this year's most alluring and favored pizza toppings that are currently making a splash.
1. Fermented Vegetables
The emphasis on digestive wellness has transitioned into the pizza sector, making fermented vegetables a surprising addition to pizzas this cycle. Kimchi, sauerkraut, and pickled onions are introducing a complex, tangy savor that nicely balances out the creamy cheese and robust sauce. These fermented adornments don't just offer probiotic advantages, but they also bring novel textural layers to traditional pizza recipes.
Our Fermentation Festivity pizza is topped with house-prepared sauerkraut, kimchi, and blue cheese, and it's all finished off with a drizzle of local honey to subdue the sourness. This blend may seem unorthodox; nevertheless, it's swiftly ascending as a top request among our specialty pizzas.
2. Plant-Based Proteins
The surge in plant-centered diets has fueled a marked upswing in demand for pizzas laden with ingenious meat substitutions. Beyond customary veggie garnishes, advances in plant proteins are offering selections that even ardent carnivores find pleasing.
Plant-originated Italian sausage chunks, seasoned tempeh, marinated jackfruit pulled pork, and pea protein pepperoni are now a staple part of our offering. These protein sources are beloved not solely by vegetarians but by our patrons who favor their distinctive taste and digestive benefits.
3. Regional Chili Varieties
Those who prefer their pizza with a kick are celebrating; 2023 is the year for pizza enthusiasts to explore particular regional chili selections instead of standard red pepper flakes. Calabrian chilies have retained their fan base from past years, and now we see such varieties as Aleppo pepper, smoky Spanish ñora chilies, fruity Peruvian aji amarillo, and Korean gochujang finding their way atop our pizzas.
Our Global Heat pizza offers an assortment of four distinct types of regional chilies, each lending its unique flavor to different sections of the pizza. It's a fiery gastronomic experience that our more daring customers have particularly enjoyed.
4. Seasonal Foraged Ingredients
The connection from the farm to the table has now expanded from the forest to pizza with foraged ingredients gaining increased popularity. Leading this trend are wild mushrooms, with chanterelles, morels, and hen of the woods gracing pizzas during their growing seasons.
Apart from mushrooms, we've dabbled in spring ramps (wild leeks), sea greens like dulse and nori, and even spruce tips for an extraordinary aromatic touch. These elements not only bridge our customers to the wilderness but also supply flavors that cannot be achieved through typical cultivation.
5. Specialty Honey Drizzles
The combination of sweet and savory brought by honey has now become a mainstay contrast beyond a fleeting craze. Alongside the ongoing adoration for spicy honey, 2023 is witnessing an array of specialty honey versions being applied to pizzas just before serving.
Truffle honey, fermented garlic honey, smoky mesquite honey, and even CBD-enriched honey are being featured in eateries nationwide. These finishing drizzles contribute depth and refine even the simplest pizza creations into gourmet delicacies.
Honorable Mentions
Some other garnishes that didn't quite make our top five but are still leaving an impression include:
- Cured egg yolks, finely grated over pizzas creating a golden hue
- Acidulated fruits, particularly stone fruits such as peaches and apricots
- Ancient grain additions, like crunchy farro or popped sorghum for an added bite
- Gourmet butter lumps (especially refined or mixed herb butters)
Whether you lean towards timeless classics or are willing to experiment with ambitious combos, pizza remains one of the most versatile and adored dishes internationally. At DigitalInnovationCenter, we respect time-honored preferences while endorsing newfangled creations—hence you'll find both the classic Margherita and innovative specialties on our menu.
Did you partake in any of these trendy toppings? Or perhaps you're wishing to see a unique favorite make it on our list? Do let us know in the feedback section or on your next trip here!