Ciro Oliva, a young pizza chef at the historic pizzeria Concettina ai Tre Santi in Naples, has elevated Neapolitan pizza to new levels of excellence, combining modern techniques with a passion for high-quality ingredients.
Biography
Born in 1991, Ciro Oliva represents the fourth generation of pizza chefs in the Oliva family, who run the historic pizzeria Concettina ai Tre Santi in the heart of the Sanità district in Naples. Founded in 1951 by his great-grandmother Concettina, the pizzeria has become an institution thanks to the dedication and passion passed down from generation to generation.
Growing up among sacks of flour and wood-fired ovens, Ciro developed a natural passion for the art of pizza making from a young age. Under the guidance of his father Antonio, he learned the secrets of traditional pizza making but also introduced innovative elements that have transformed Neapolitan pizza into a modern culinary experience. His entrepreneurial and creative vision has led Concettina ai Tre Santi to be recognized not just for the quality of its pizza but also for the overall experience it offers to customers, which includes a welcoming atmosphere and a particular focus on ingredient selection.
Ciro is renowned for his ability to innovate Neapolitan pizza using high-quality ingredients and modern culinary techniques. He has created pizzas like "The Green Boom," which celebrates the freshness and quality of local vegetables, featuring mixed salad, baby carrots, radishes, American peanuts, Modena balsamic vinegar, and 48-month-aged Parmigiano Reggiano. This innovative approach has made his pizzeria a landmark for gourmet pizza lovers.
Beyond his role as a pizza chef, Ciro is deeply committed to the community in the Sanità district of Naples. He works to improve the neighborhood by teaching the art of pizza to youth, offering them training opportunities, and helping to create a safer and more inclusive environment. His dedication to social improvement has been recognized and appreciated both locally and internationally.
Concettina ai Tre Santi has received numerous accolades thanks to the commitment of Ciro and his family. The restaurant has become a symbol of culinary excellence, attracting visitors from around the world who wish to experience authentic Neapolitan pizza with a modern twist.
