7 pizzas to try at YYC Pizza Week

It’s that time of year again! YYC Pizza Week is coming up Friday, September 22 – Sunday, October 1. The ten day pizza affair will feature one-of-a-kind specialty pizzas that are only available during YYC Pizza Week. Over 40 restaurants will be taking part in the thick crust, thin crust, gluten-free and unique pizza categories. With so many options, there will be a little something for everyone’s tastes, but here are 7 that I think you should go check out. Bon appétit!

1. Roosevelt – Pepperoni Pizza Waffles

For a fun twist on an old classic

• Loads of Mozzarella cheese, pepperoni and herbs. Served with a marinara sauce for dipping.

2. Atlas Pizza – YYC Hangover Special

For the morning after munchies

• Made with bacon, eggs, breakfast sausage, ham, onions, mozza, cheddar and a drizzle of maple syrup and chives.

3. Ollia Macarons and Tea – Red Velvet Oreo Macaron-izza

For the sweet tooth treat-izza

• Soft and chewy macaron shell base, topped with vanilla bean cream cheese icing, red velvet cake, salted caramel center and oreo cookie crumbles. Gluten- free.

4. Naina’s Kitchen – Meat Lover’s Pizza Stuffed Burger

For the best of both worlds

• Two mini cheese pizzas hold a ½ lb. Alberta beef burger, stuffed with bacon, Italian sausage, ham, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Topped with marinara, mozza and spinach.

5. Spot On Kitchen & Bar – Chicken Satay Banh Mi pizza

For a little Asian flair

• Marinated chicken satay, red onions , roasted red peppers, garlic butter, cilantro , cucumbers, marinated Carrots, mozzarella and cheddar cheese.

6. Wheat Pizza By Jay – Heatseeker

For hot, hot, heat (plus a little sweet)

• Hot salami, ham, banana peppers, red onion, and pineapple. Topped with fresh mint and cilantro out of the oven with a side of sriracha honey lime dip

7. Grate & Barrel – The Tony Rino

For the extra cheese pizza fans

• A classic pepperoni pizza, on a grilled cheese! Can be made gluten free, lactose free, vegetarian and vegan.

Find out more about all the delicious pizza offerings available on the YYC Pizza Week website.