At the prestigious 50 TOP PIZZA ASIA-PACIFIC 2024 ceremony, held on March 4th at the Italian Cultural Institute, Tokyo's "Pizza Bar on 38th" emerged victorious once again, clinching the title of the best pizzeria in the Asia-Pacific region for 2024. This accolade comes as a follow-up to its recognition at the same event last year.
Led by Executive Chef Daniele Carsano of Mandarin Oriental Tokyo, "Pizza Bar on 38th" holds the distinction of being the world's smallest pizzeria, boasting only eight seats. Despite its diminutive size, the establishment has cemented its reputation as a culinary powerhouse, securing the top spot for the second consecutive year.
In the closely watched rankings, "Crosta Pizzeria" in Makati, Philippines, under the supervision of Yuichi Ito, claimed the second position. Notably, Mr. Ito also received the esteemed "Pizza Maker of the Year 2024 - Ferrarelle Award." Following closely behind was "RistoPizza" in Tokyo, a newly opened venture by Giuseppe Elichele.
The Asia-Pacific region, comprising 17 countries, saw Japan leading the pack with 13 establishments making it to the coveted list. Australia followed suit with 10 entries, while Thailand secured 5 spots. Additionally, Azerbaijan and Vietnam made their debut with one pizzeria each. Tokyo, known as a mecca for exceptional pizza, demonstrated its dominance with 9 pizzerias featured in the guide.
Reflecting on the event, the curators - Barbara Gera, Luciano Pignataro, and Alberto Sapere - expressed their gratitude for the warm reception in Tokyo. They extended their appreciation to Ambassador Gianluigi Benedetti, Professor Silvana De Maio, and the staff of the Italian Cultural Institute for their support. Minister Francesco Lollobrigida's presence underscored the significance of the occasion, emphasizing the importance of pizza in Italy's agricultural industry.
Looking ahead, the top 13 establishments from the "50 TOP PIZZA ASIA - PACIFIC 2024" ranking are gearing up to participate in the "100 Best Pizzerias in the World" event, scheduled for September 10th in Naples. Additionally, in light of the inaugural selection of the best pizzeria from Latin America, the next 50 Top Pizza event will be broadcast live from Rio de Janeiro on April 17th, promising an exciting showcase of global culinary excellence.
Below is the complete ranking of "50 Top Pizza Asia-Pacific 2024":
1 Pizza Bar on 38th - Tokyo, Japan
2 Crosta Pizzeria - Makati, Philippines
3 RistoPizza - Tokyo, Japan
4 Fiata by Salvatore Fiata - Hong Kong, China
5 (tie) 48h Pizza e Gnocchi Bar - Melbourne, Australia
5 (tie) Tai Al Taglio - Sydney, Australia
6 Dante's Pizzeria Napoletana - Auckland, New Zealand
7 Massilia - Bangkok, Thailand
8 Pizzeria Braceria CESARI!! - Nagoya, Japan
9 Bottega - Beijing, China
10 Pizzeria Mazzie - Bangkok, Thailand
11 Spacca Napoli - Seoul, South Korea
12 a mano - Makati, Philippines
13 Da Susy - Gurugram, India
14 Pizza Strada - Tokyo, Japan
15 La Bottega Enoteca - Singapore
16 Il Caffe - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
17 BACI - Hong Kong, China
18 PST - Pizza Studio Tamaki - Tokyo, Japan
19 Pizzeria da Tigre - Osaka, Japan
20 Le Parùle Baku - Baku, Azerbaijan
21 L’OLIVA - Bangkok, Thailand
22 Andrea Style - Taipei, Taiwan
23 Queen Margherita of Savoy - Sydney, Australia
24 Little Napoli - Hong Kong, China
25 MASSIMOTTAVIO - Tokyo, Japan
26 Pizzeria Peppe - Napoli Sta' Ca” - Tokyo, Japan
27 Lil Franky Pizzeria - Sydney, Australia
28 L'INSIEME - Tokyo, Japan
29 La Tripletta - Tokyo, Japan
30 Gigi's - Sydney, Australia
31 Il Caminetto - Melbourne, Australia
32 Shop225 - Melbourne, Australia
33 +39 Pizzeria - Melbourne, Australia
34 Five Olives - Phuket, Thailand
35 Pizzeria e Trattoria da ISA - Tokyo, Japan
36 Pizzeria da CIRO - Kyoto, Japan
37 Fresca - Jordan Valley, Israel
38 Marni - Phuket, Thailand
39 La Piedra - Jerusalem, Israel
40 Pizzeria Cavalese - Jakarta, Indonesia
41 Lilian - Auckland, New Zealand
42 Beintema's - Bandung, Indonesia
43 Maestro Sourdough Pizza - Perth, Australia
44 Leo’s - New Delhi, India
45 SOLO Pizza Napulitana - Kuwait City, Kuwait
46 Proof Pizza and Wine - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
47 Wild Flour Italian - Taguig, Philippines
48 Margheri - Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
49 A16 - Yokohama, Japan
50 (tie) Pizza Madre - Sydney, Australia
50 (tie) Tai Ben's Pizzeria - Jakarta, Indonesia
50 Top Pizza Asia-Pacific 2024 Special Awards:
One to Watch 2024 - Monte Bussan Award
Recipient: Fresca - Jordan Valley, Israel
Pizza Maker of the Year 2024 - Ferrarelle Award
Recipient: Yuichi Ito - Crosta Pizzeria - Makati, Philippines
New Entry of the Year 2024 - Solania Award
Recipient: Le Parùle Baku - Baku, Azerbaijan
Best Fried Food - Il Fritturista 2023 - Oleificio Zucchi Award
Recipient: Massilia - Bangkok, Thailand
Pizza of the Year 2024 - Latteria Sorrentina Award
Recipient: Provolra e Pepe - Fiata by Salvatore Fiata - Hong Kong, China
Performance of the Year 2024 - Robo Award
Recipient: Spacca Napoli - Seoul, South Korea
Best Dessert List 2024 - Cremoso - La Dispensa Award
Recipient: Pizzeria Braceria CESARI!! - Nagoya, Japan
Best Beer Service 2024 - Peroni Nastro Azzurro Award
Recipient: 48h Pizza e Gnocchi Bar - Melbourne, Australia
Pizza Community 2024 - Stefano Ferrara Forni Award
Recipients:
Al Taglio - Sydney, Australia
Shop225 - Melbourne, Australia
Lil Franky Pizzeria - Sydney, Australia
Maestro Sourdough Pizza - Perth, Australia
Il Caminetto - Melbourne, Australia
+39 Pizzeria - Melbourne, Australia
Gigi's - Sydney, Australia
Queen Margherita of Savoy - Sydney, Australia
Dante's Pizzeria Napoletana - Auckland, New Zealand
50 Top Pizza Asia-Pacific - Green Oven 2024 - Goeldlin Award
Recipient:
Al Taglio - Sydney, Australia
Project Partners:
Pastificio Di Martino, Ferrarelle, Latteria Sorrentina, Oleificio Zucchi, Solania, Robo 1938, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Cremoso - La Dispensa, Goeldlin, Fedegroup, Monte Bussan, Stefano Ferrara Forni
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