a mano Brings Australia's No. 1 Pizza to Manila
a mano, an Italian restaurant founded by Amado Forés of AF Hospitality, is lauded around the world for its pizza, including rankings in 50 Top Pizza (seventh in Asia-Pacific and 49th in the world) and The Best Pizza Awards (82nd in the world). These accolades are a testament to the pizzeria's commitment to continuously improving its menu and offering exciting new flavors to diners, which is enriched by partnerships with big names in the culinary industry. a mano's newest collaboration is with 48H Pizza e Gnocchi Bar, also a mainstay in the 50 Top Pizza list (12th in Asia-Pacific and 93rd in the world).
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During a special preview, Chef Michele Circhirillo talked about offering the authentic Italian experience to Manila diners through four signature creations from 48H. The Australian pizzeria is renowned for following the tradition of naturally leavening its dough for a minimum of 48 hours. And there's no better place to do it than a mano, which is likewise a restaurant that's faithful to Italian cuisine.
"I like the vibe, I like the mood, I like the passion [they have] for Italian food. I like the way they actually do Italian cuisine… Because of authenticity, when [guests] eat here (a mano), it’s exactly the same as if you’re eating in Italy," he said.
Chef Michele Circhirillo of 48H Pizza e Gnocchi Bar
"This collaboration grew out of a shared respect for Italian traditions and a lot of conversations about what it takes to honor those traditions while also innovating. Bringing Chef Michele and 48H to Manila lets our guests taste a style that is both classic and personal. Our aim is simple: to delight guests, to learn from one another, and to create unforgettable meals," said Forés in a statement.
These special menu items, featuring two gnocchi dishes and two pizzas, are exclusively available at the Shangri-La Plaza branch for only two days, October 23 and 24:
Di Parma, No. 1 Pizza in Australia at the 2019 Pizza World Championships
Tomato Sauce, Fior di Latte, Prosciutto di Parma, Parmigiano Reggiano, Bufallo mozzarella, Rocket salad, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
48H Australia’s Best Seafood Pizza 2017
Fior di Latte, Goat Cheese, Garlic Infused Oil, Red Onion, Smoked Salmon, Nomad Caviar
48H Pantelleria
Yellow Tomato Sauce, Capsicum, Sundried Tomato, Pine Nuts
Trevigiana
Gorgonzola, Chicory, Walnuts, Vincotto
The Trevigiana is best paired with the Baladin Rock'n'Roll, an American pale ale
"One of the biggest reasons we invited him to Manila is to give our guests a truly authentic gnocchi experience," Forés added.
The a mano x 48H Pizza e Gnocchi Bar collaboration runs only from October 23 to 24, exclusively at a mano, Shangri-La Plaza, Shaw Boulevard, Mandaluyong City.
