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From dough-making secrets to topping inspirations — dive into the world of pizza with stories straight from our kitchen in Rochester Hills.

Featured

Freshly baked Green Lantern signature pizza fresh out of the oven

Pizza Tips June 12, 2025 6 min read Chef Marco

The Secret Behind Our Perfect Crust: 37 Years of Dough Mastery

Every great pizza starts with the dough. Since 1987, our kitchen has been perfecting the same original recipe — hand-kneaded, slow-fermented for 48 hours, and baked in a stone deck oven. In this post, we pull back the curtain and share the principles that have made our crust a Rochester Hills legend. Discover why hydration levels, fermentation time, and flour protein content are the three pillars of an unforgettable pizza base.

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Fresh from Our Kitchen

Local Love Fresh Michigan-sourced vegetables and toppings for pizza

Ingredients May 28, 2025

Top 5 Michigan-Sourced Toppings We Swear By

From Traverse City cherries to Zingerman's goat cheese, we take pride in sourcing local. Here are the five Michigan ingredients that show up on our menu season after season — and why they make all the difference.

Health

Gluten-free pizza with fresh vegetable toppings on wooden board

Dietary May 10, 2025

Our Gluten-Free Crust: Everything You Wanted to Know

We know gluten-free can sometimes mean sacrificing taste. Not here. We break down our rice-and-tapioca blend, how we prevent cross-contamination, and which toppings pair best with our GF base.

Guide

Pizza slice being served alongside drinks at a dinner table

Pairing April 19, 2025

The Ultimate Pizza & Drink Pairing Guide

Classic Margherita with a crisp lager? BBQ Chicken with a bold red? Our team has tested (and enjoyed) every combination. Here's the definitive guide to elevating your pizza night with the perfect sip.

Events

Pizza catering spread for a corporate or family event

Catering March 30, 2025

How to Plan a Flawless Pizza Catering Event

Whether it's a corporate lunch for 40 or a backyard birthday for 15, getting the pizza order right takes planning. We share our inside tips on quantities, variety, timing, and dietary accommodations.

History

Classic Italian-American pizza with heritage toppings and thick crust

Culture March 5, 2025

Pizza in Michigan: A Slice of Local History

Michigan has a rich pizza culture all its own — from Detroit-style square pies to thin-crust Greek-inspired gems. We trace the roots of pizza in our state and celebrate what makes Midwest pizza unique.

Kitchen Tips Reheated pizza slice in a cast iron pan staying crispy and delicious

Tips February 14, 2025

The Right Way to Reheat Leftover Pizza (Crispy Every Time)

Microwaving leftover pizza is a crime. Our team swears by the cast-iron skillet method — and we'll walk you through three other techniques that bring yesterday's pie back to life with a golden, crunchy crust.