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    Posts written by Luke Siedow

    Luke Siedow
    Corporate Chef, Alive & Kickin' Pizza Crust
    Not only is Luke a trained culinologist, but he has managed a successful pizzeria – and currently owns one! Luke brings value to a number of areas throughout Alive & Kickin’, including sales, culinary, and product showings – experience that makes him able to solve even the trickiest challenges operators face. Luke is also the face of Alive & Kickin’ in many of our demo videos!
    How to Choose the Best Flour for Pizza Dough: 00 vs. Bread Flour and More

    How to Choose the Best Flour for Pizza Dough: 00 vs. Bread Flour and More

    May 27 2026
    By Luke Siedow



    The flour you choose for your pizza dough does a lot more than you think. It shapes your dough’s texture, stretch, structure, and even how it rises and looks when it’s baked. Let’s explore pizza ...



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    April 16 2026



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    March 9 2026

    From the moment of ordering a pizza at your restaurant or store, the anticipation begins. Your customer can’t wait to take that first bite. What they ...



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    December 18 2025

    You work hard to create enjoyable, unforgettable experiences for your customers—and a lot of that customer experience comes down to food. Pizza is ...



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    February 7 2025

    Proofing, also known as “proving,” frozen pizza dough can be tricky at first, as you need to balance time management, temperature, and tools while ...



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    February 2 2025

    Great pizza is a thing of joy. Every bite is packed with flavor and the kinds of ingredients that would make a Michelin-starred chef happy-cry. ...



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    January 15 2025

    Pull up a chair as we dig into sizzling pizza trends, insights, and predictions for the new year. If you’re like us, you’d love a crystal ball to ...



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    November 18 2022

    Whether a pizza operation is a restaurant, c-store, or entertainment venue, the goal is to provide delicious pizza down to that last bite of chewy ...



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    December 1 2021

    With annual sales exceeding $46 billion (40% of those sales going to independent and small chains), the U.S. pizza restaurant industry continues to ...



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    October 27 2021

    Losing a good employee not only disrupts your operations; it impacts your bottom line. Industry studies estimate average turnover could be as high as ...



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