Pizzaria - The Earth
Creative Pizzas by German Operators, Open Year-Round
A Teira is the only year-round pizzeria in Airole. The name means "the earth" in the Ligurian dialect – named after the fertile soil on which the establishment stands.
The pizzeria has been run since 2016 by Thomas and Irene, a German couple living in the village since 2001. Irene, originally a fur designer, learned pizza-making from a Neapolitan pizzaiolo and developed her own style. The pizzas are creative: Pizza Irene, Pizza Maxima (Mozzarella, Brie, Speck, nuts – dedicated to the Dutch villagers), Salmon with lemon. The ingredients change seasonally.
The venue has about 50 seats at 10 tables, inside and outside. The atmosphere is casual, the prices fair. On weekends, many come for aperitivo, especially in winter when the village is quieter.
CNN Travel and Fanpage reported on A Teira in 2023 – as an example of successful integration and culinary surprises in a Ligurian mountain village.
Highlights
- Only pizzeria open year-round in the village
- Operators speak German, Italian, and English
- Creative pizzas with seasonal ingredients
- Mentioned in CNN Travel (2023)
Practical Information
Reservation recommended, especially on weekends in summer - only 10 tables. Take-away possible. Tuesday is a day off. Kitchen opens at 6:00 PM, the venue itself at 3:00 PM (good for an afternoon coffee or early aperitivo).
Best Time to Visit
Year-round. One of the few addresses in Airole that remains mostly open even in winter. Summer outdoor seating.
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