With the start of a new year, pizza aficionados can expect to witness a flurry of new trends topping their pizzas. At PublicResourceGateway, we stay ahead of the curve, keenly observing which flavors are resonating with pizza connoisseurs worldwide. We’re excited to share the top pizza toppings that are currently in vogue for 2023.
1. Fermented Vegetables
Emphasizing digestive wellness has spilled over into the realm of pizza, with fermented veggies emerging as a crowd-pleaser this year. Offerings such as kimchi, sauerkraut, and pickled onions lend a sophisticated sourness that meshes well with the creamy character of cheese and tomato sauce. Not only are these toppings a boon for gut health due to their probiotic properties, but they also introduce an intriguing new textural element to the classic pizza.
The Fermentation Fête pizza is crowned with our in-house sauerkraut, kimchi, and bold gorgonzola cheese, all harmonized with a hint of local honey. Though it may sound unconventional, it's swiftly risen to be a fan favorite on our menu.
2. Plant-Based Proteins
The surge in plant-based diets has continued its momentum, boosting the presence of pizzas adorned with inventive vegetarian meat substitutes. Expanding beyond traditional vegetable garnishes, advancements in plant-based proteins have introduced options that tempt even staunch carnivores.
Items like plant-powered Italian sausage crumbles, flavorful tempeh, jackfruit pulled pork, and protein-packed pea pepperoni have become staples at our establishment. These alternatives are chosen not solely by vegetarians but by various customers for their distinctive taste profiles and reduced digestive impact.
3. Regional Chili Varieties
Those with a penchant for spiciness are celebrating! The year 2023 has seen pizza enthusiasts increasingly opt for specific types of regional chilies over generic crushed red pepper. While Calabrian chilies have kept their fanbase from previous years, we are now noticing other varieties like the fragrant Aleppo pepper, Spanish smoked ñora chilies, aromatic Peruvian aji amarillo, and savory Korean gochujang make their mark on pizzas.
Our Spice Trek pizza garnishes each section with a different regional chili, providing a unique flavor adventure across every slice. It's become especially beloved by our patrons with bold palates.
4. Seasonal Foraged Ingredients
The local sourcing ethos has evolved to include wild finds in the pizza-making process. Leading this wave are diverse wild mushrooms such as chanterelles, morels, and hen of the woods, which grace our pizzas during their seasonal peaks.
We've also ventured into using early springtime ramps (also known as wild leeks), oceanic greens like dulse and nori, and even fresh spruce tips to impart a distinctive woodsy fragrance. These natural foragings connect our guests to the earth and offer flavors beyond those possible in cultivated produce.
5. Specialty Honey Drizzles
The dynamic interplay between sweet and savory elements solidified by honey has now become more than a fleeting drive-by. Following the wave of hot honey's success in earlier years, 2023 has ushered in diverse honey types that are delicately poured onto pizzas prior to being served.
Drizzles such as truffle-infused honey, honey mingled with fermented garlic, smoky mesquite honey, and even CBD-enriched honey are making their presence known across various eateries. These nuanced touches contribute layers of flavor, lifting classic pizza choices to epicurean heights.
Honorable Mentions
Some other garnishes that narrowly missed the cut for our prime five but are still causing a stir include:
- Cured egg yolks finely grated over the pizza, akin to a dusting of golden snow
- Bright pickled fruits, namely stone fruits such as peaches and cherries
- Grains with heritage, like crunchy farro or bursting sorghum, for added texture
- Dollops of handcrafted butter (especially varieties that are cultured or mixed with herbs)
No matter if your preference lies with timeless classics or if you're inclined towards the exploration of novel flavor fusions, pizza remains a deeply cherished and incredibly versatile dish. At PublicResourceGateway, we revere the conventional while also welcoming novelty — that's the motive behind housing both the classic Margherita and avant-garde artisanal pizzas on our menu.
Are any of these contemporary toppings familiar to you? Or perhaps you harbor a distinctive favorite mix you'd wish to see in our offers? Share your thoughts in the comments, or tell us during your next outing to our place!