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Matteo Ruvolo and Giuseppe Salpietro founders of Al Forno Neapolitan Wood Fired Pizza in Miami!

Our philosophy is based on using the the best ingredients, imported from Italy to give you the absolute best Neapolitan Pizza experience you ever had.

We carefully crafted our menu so you can taste an explosion of flavors that we know you will love.

These recipes have been handed down from generations from our families in Italy and Sicily. We know you will not only love the taste but also LOVE THE EXPERIENCE YOU FEEL WITH EVERY BITE.

Our Neapolitan pizza is made with fresh made dough, Imported Italian San Marzano Tomatoes, the finest Imported Mozzarella and E.V.O.O. 

“REAL NEOPOLITAN PIZZA ”

Matteo Ruvolo

MASTER PIZZA CHEF

Matteo Ruvolo is a master pizza chef born in Milan on April 23, 1973. He comes from a family of restaurateurs, he and his brother are part of the second generation.   Matteo starts his journey early in the magnificent world of Pizza. At only 12 years old, he started working with his brother, in the local "Grand Canyon" located in Catania. His passion for culinary art pushes him to attend the hotel school of Nicolosi.  Even during his studies, Matteo does not abandon his passion for pizza, working part-time with his brother, who hands down his family secrets. Once obtained the diploma, Matteo decides to make new experience and demonstrate his true value to everyone. He works in various premises in the province of Catania, including the "Margherita Park" pizzeria in Misterbianco, the "Santa Rita Garden" pizzeria in Nicolosi, at the university canteen with the role of third level pizza manager for the "Cascina Global Sevices" and at the university canteen as a third level chef de rango for "Pellegrini Group".
When he moved to Miami, He became a manager  at 6 of the best Italian pizzerias in South Florida; in 2010 he obtained the "Mediterranean" prize for professionalism.
“The world of pizza is what I love most. I managed to pass my passion on to my 4 children and to countless students all over the world

After a short retirement, Giuseppe moved to South Florida and met Matteo Ruvolo.  Together they have a dream to open the best Pizzeria in South Florida.

Giuseppe Salpietro

RESTAUARANT EXTRADOINAIRE

Giuseppe grew up on a small farm in Ucria, Sicily.  Giuseppe and his four brothers worked long, grueling hours on the farm 7 days a week.  They were poor and work conditions were harsh.  Late at night, Giuseppe would sit in the haystacks, underneath the stars dreaming of America, "The Land of Opportunity". 

At the age of 14, Giuseppe set off on his journey.  After traveling throughout Milan, Paris, London and Bermuda he finally arrived in America in 1972.  During his extensive travels he learned many skills working as a restaurant apprentice.  It was during this time he realized his ultimate goal, to one day own an Italian Restaurant.


   Giuseppe & Vittoria married in 1974, they made the difficult decision to become business owners.  As Giuseppe promised his wife, he worked hard and became an accomplished business owner.  In 1980, Joe's Pizzeria & Restaurant was their first successful business, but they did not stop there.  In 1985, they went on to open Vittoria's Restaurant, a restaurant Giuseppe named in honor of his beautiful wife.  Vittoria's Restaurant was an even bigger success, drawing large crowds and gaining excellent reviews.  Another dream of Giuseppe's was to own a fine dining Restaurant & Bar.  Which they finally achieved in 1988 when they opened "Villa Vittoria" and in 1996 they opened “Villa Vittoria al Mare” .  They successfully ran Villa Vittoria for 18 years and finally had the opportunity to enjoy the finer things in life. 

Giuseppe passed down his expertise and knowledge to his nephew, Nicola Fuccilli.  They joined together to open "Casa Vittoria in 2005,"  "La Dolce Vita” in 2006",   "Sunsets Bar & Grill" in 2007 and “La Terezza” in 2013.