Each year introduces new trends that entice pizza aficionados worldwide, and 2023 is no different. At LowBridgePark, keeping up with what flavors are captivating the palates of pizza enthusiasts is our specialty. Explore our latest list of the top pizza toppings that are currently in vogue.
1. Fermented Vegetables
Digestive wellness has entered the pizza scene, with fermented veggies quickly becoming a hit. Toppings such as kimchi, sauerkraut, and pickled onions are showering pizzas with complex, zesty tastes that harmonize with the creamy cheese and pizza sauce, offering both the appeal of probiotics and a brand-new array of textures.
Our Fermentation Fiesta pizza is adorned with house-made sauerkraut, kimchi, and gorgonzola, lightly drizzled with local honey to counter the sourness. The blend may seem unconventional, yet it’s fast becoming a top request for our specialty pizzas.
2. Plant-Based Proteins
As more people opt for plant-based diets, the demand for pizzas topped with inventive meat replacements has soared. These aren’t your typical veggie toppings — advancements in plant-based proteins have introduced alternatives that even staunch carnivores appreciate.
Toppings like plant-based Italian sausage crumbles, flavorful tempeh, jackfruit pulled pork, and pea protein pepperoni are now staples on our menu. These options draw in a crowd for their distinctive tastes and easier digestibility, not just vegetarians.
3. Regional Chili Varieties
For those who crave a fiery kick, 2023 has welcomed a trend of specifying chilies from particular regions rather than resorting to generic pepper flakes. While Calabrian chilies retain their popularity, other varieties such as Aleppo pepper, Spanish smoked ñora, Peruvian aji amarillo, and Korean gochujang are also gaining traction on pizzas.
Our International Spice pizza is a tapestry of these regional chilies, each lending its distinct taste to the pizza, much to the delight of our daring customers.
4. Seasonal Foraged Ingredients
Seasonal foraged items are the new stars, advancing the farm-to-table concept with a wild touch. Leading the trend are diverse wild mushrooms, including chanterelles, morels, and hen of the woods, gracing pizzas in their peak seasons.
Apart from mushrooms, we’ve delved into wild leeks like spring ramps, ocean flavors from sea greens such as dulse and nori, and even aromatic spruce tips. These components forge a connection to the natural environment and introduce irreplicable flavors that domestic cultivation can’t match.
5. Specialty Honey Drizzles
The pairing of sweet and savory with honey has become more than a fleeting fad. Expanding on hot honey's success in prior years, 2023 uncovers a gamut of special honey varieties drizzled on pizzas just before they're served.
Honeys such as truffle-infused, fermented garlic, mesquite smoked, and even CBD-enriched are cropping up on pizza parlors nationwide. Added as the final touch, they impart sophistication and add a gourmet flair to even the simplest of pizzas.
Honorable Mentions
A few other toppings that didn't make the top five list but are still causing a stir include:
- Cured egg yolks, finely grated over the pizza, creating a savory dusting
- Pickled fruits, with a preference for stone fruits like peaches and apricots
- Grains rich in heritage, such as crunchy farro or popped sorghum, for added texture
- Dollops of artisan butter, notably those seasoned with herbs or cultured for extra tang
Whether you favor classic tastes or are eager to sample pioneering combinations, pizza remains one of the most versatile and cherished dishes worldwide. At LowBridgePark, we respect the classic flavors while also welcoming innovation – that's why both traditional Margherita and avant-garde specialty pizzas have a place on our menu.
Have any of these trending toppings caught your fancy? Or perhaps you have a novel favorite that you believe should be featured in our offerings? Share your thoughts in the comments or during your next visit!