Dave Portnoy’s One Bite Pizza Festival
A Slice of Heaven on Randall’s Island
Randall’s Island Park turned into pizza heaven when more than 35 pizzerias nationwide showcased their distinct variety of old-fashioned, Trenton tomato and Sicilian-style pies at the second annual One Bite Pizza festival, Sep. 14.
A Popularity Like No Other
On a sunny Saturday, Dave Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports and the popular One Bite Pizza Reviews, a Youtube channel with more than one million subscribers, hosted the festival’s second edition. What started as a pizza review channel ten years ago, drew more than 10,000 people to the wildly popular Governor’s Ball music festival.
The Passion for Pizza
"As far as you can see, you think you are at LollaPalooza, and they are here to eat pizza; it’s nuts," Portnoy said. "I guess if you eat pizza every day for ten years straight, you build a crowd. It’s pretty wild."
A Slice of Tradition
Based in New Jersey, Coniglio’s pizzeria made around 300 pizzas and used more than 500 pounds of cheese and about 500 doughs for the festival. Although it was a hard effort for just one day, Nino Coniglio, the restaurant manager, appreciated opportunities like this.
The Magic of the Pie
"It’s the second year we’ve been here. We know how it runs; we’re pumping pizza out fast," said Matthew Rossa, Angeloni’s pizza manager. "People have come around twice or three times saying we’re the best pizza, so we’re excited to be here again."
The Culture of Pizza
"Every pizza place had something to offer beyond the traditional cheese pie, Sicilian style, or pepperoni slices: history and tradition," said Bret Lunsford, Sally’s pizza executive chef and beloved pizza fan, who has a pepperoni slice tattoo on his right arm.
The Expertise of the Pizza Makers
Whether for its texture, flavor or how they make the pizzas, the businesses that participated in the event have spent decades of hard work that made them experts in what they do.
A Celebration of Pizza
"It’s the best day ever, we saw Dave [Portnoy] right when we walked in," Sydney, an attendee and owner of the food instagram page eatwmee, said. "It was the best moment of my life, honestly. We’re happy to be here. We are trying to get at least 15 [slices.]"
Conclusion
The One Bite Pizza Festival is a celebration of the passion and tradition that goes into making the perfect pie. With over 35 pizzerias participating, it’s an event that brings people together to enjoy the variety of slices and give positive feedback to the pizza makers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the One Bite Pizza Festival?
A: The One Bite Pizza Festival is an annual event that celebrates the art of pizza making and brings together over 35 pizzerias from across the country to showcase their unique styles and flavors.
Q: Who is Dave Portnoy?
A: Dave Portnoy is the founder of Barstool Sports and the popular One Bite Pizza Reviews, a YouTube channel with over one million subscribers.
Q: How many people attended the festival?
A: More than 10,000 people attended the festival.
Q: What kind of pizzas were available at the festival?
A: Over 35 pizzerias showcased their unique styles and flavors, including old-fashioned, Trenton tomato, and Sicilian-style pies.
Q: Was the festival popular?
A: Yes, the festival was extremely popular, with attendees coming from all over the country to taste the variety of slices and give positive feedback to the pizza makers.
