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VPN Americas is the American Delegation of the Associazione Vera Pizza Napoletana, an international organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the art of making Neapolitan pizza. With a mission to cultivate the culinary discipline of Neapolitan pizza, defend its origin and tradition, teach the art of making pizza, and certify pizzerias that uphold these standards, VPN Americas is a representation of authentic Neapolitan style pizza.

VPN Americas

Upcoming Classes at VPN Americas

  • Basic Pizza Course

    Learn the essential techniques and secrets of crafting authentic Neapolitan pizza at the prestigious VPN Americas school. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the ingredients, equipment, and baking process, allowing you to create perfect pizzas with traditional toppings. Plus, receive a certificate of completion and a special gift bag filled with Italian culinary delights.

    Next start date: Monday, Mar 25th, 10am–3pm Pacific Time
    Price: $590
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  • Regular Pizza Course

    Learn the art of making authentic Neapolitan pizza from the experts at VPN Americas. This comprehensive course covers everything from the history of pizza to mastering the dough and creating delicious toppings. Get ready to become a skilled Pizzaiolo in a Neapolitan pizzeria.

    Next start date: Monday, Mar 25th, 10am–4pm Pacific Time
    Price: $1,850
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  • Professional Pizza Course

    Learn the secrets of Neapolitan pizza-making and become a master pizzaiolo with this comprehensive course offered by VPN Americas. Perfect for aspiring pizzeria owners, you'll learn everything from dough preparation to cooking techniques and even how to customize your toppings. Elevate your pizza game and start your path to pizza greatness.

    Next start date: Monday, Mar 25th, 10am–4pm Pacific Time
    Price: $2,850
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  • Specialty Pizza Course

    Discover the secrets of specialty pizzas in this hands-on course at VPN Americas. Learn how to create mouthwatering deep-fried, gluten-free, and whole-wheat pizzas under the guidance of expert instructors. Receive a certificate of completion and a gift bag filled with essential pizza-making ingredients.

    Next start date: Friday, Mar 29th, 10am–3:30pm Pacific Time
    Price: $650
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440 Hindry Ave, Ste B, Inglewood, CA 90301
VPN Americas
Inglewood, Other Suburbs/Cities
440 Hindry Ave, Ste B
At W Hillcrest Blvd
Inglewood, California 90301

Directions:
Our offices are located inside the International Business Centers on Hindry Ave., 5 minutes from the LAX Airport. You probably know the Randy’s Big Donut - we are 2 minutes from there.

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Description

VPN Americas is the American Delegation of the Associazione Vera Pizza Napoletana, an international organization founded in the mid 1980’s by a group of Neapolitan pizzaioli (pizza makers) seeking to cultivate the culinary art of making Neapolitan pizza.

This organization is a clear representation of true Neapolitan style pizza. We emphasize legitamacy through the use of the best and freshest ingredients yet preserving their traditional roots.

Mission

  • Cultivate the culinary discipline of the Neapolitan pizza, with its requisite, preparation, ingredients and manner of cooking.
  • Defend the origin of the authentic pizza and the tradition of the pizza as it began in Naples, Italy.
  • Teach the art of making pizza, by any individual who would like to learn the way that, for more then 300 years, distinguish a product unique in the world.
  • Designate by a certification those pizzerias which respect the culinary tradition of the Neapolitan pizza and where such a pizza may be enjoyed.


Reviews of VPN Americas

(4.8-star rating across 6 reviews)
  • Basic Pizza Course

    Reviewed by Elizabeth d. on 1/30/2023
    I lived this class!
  • Basic Pizza Course

    Anonymous review on 11/28/2022
    Very solid class.
  • Professional Pizza Course

    Reviewed by Tim C on 4/3/2018
    I finished the 5 day course a couple weeks back and it was way more than I could've imagined it would be. You are not there just watching other people make pizza. You get involved in every step of the process from making the dough, then portioning, making the pizza, and finally baking the pizza. Also, you get your hands on the oven immediately. From cleaning it in the morning, to baking bread with left over dough and remaining embers, then restarting the fire, and getting the oven to temperature. Certainly 5 days doesn't make you an expert pizzaiolo, but you can get a great working foundation of what it is like in a day to day pizza operation. Not to mention learning the tradition of making the Neapolitan pizza. You will also learn how to make fresh mozzarella and fresh ricotta as well. And the people, Donato, Pepe, & Mario, are all just great people. They have a passion for what they do and are not selfish about passing it on. Information you will receive is invaluable and shared openly. I would highly recommend this course!
  • Professional Pizza Course

    Reviewed by Amy H on 4/3/2018
    Thanks to VPN Americas for such an excellent program! I took the 5 day training and could not be happier with my experience. Mario, Peppe and Donato were all very welcoming, supportive and extremely knowledgable in helping me learn the process of Neapolitan pizza making from start to finish. The atmosphere is light and fun with a lot of variety from day to day. There was plenty of time devoted to hands on experience and by the end of the week I felt much more confident in my pizza making abilities. I highly recommend the course to those that want to learn the art of Neapolitan pizza, which was for me a very joyful experience.
  • Professional Pizza Course

    Reviewed by Skylar S on 4/3/2018
    Professional, to the point, detailed and knowledgeable. Very friendly. Recommend to anyone looking to learn the "the way of baking the authentic Napoletana pizza". Pepe, Mario and Donato were simply awesome.
  • Regular Pizza Course

    Reviewed by Jeffrey S on 4/3/2018
    I just completed my three day course and it was everything that I had hoped for! I am a hobby pizza maker with a professional grade wood fired oven in my back yard and during the warm months I make about 35 pizzas a month for family and friends. I wanted to improve my skills as I am self taught. I knew the one day course would not be enough so I took the 3 day. Pepe and Donatto delivered in all areas. They are highly knowledgeable pizza masters with over 80 years of combined experience. The course covered many areas of competency and I learned a lot of information. The course itself was hands on in a tell, show, do environment. Pepe and Donatto kept the course light and fun while keeping it interesting and serious at the same time. For the three days I was there I felt like a good friend and not a student. By the way, the test was not a joke and it certainly was not a "give me" you needed to pay attention to the information being presented, read the materials provided, and produce two pizzas for grade. Over the three days I made between 20 and 30 pizzas a day to perfect my techniques and practice the lessons we learned. I can honestly say that I feel I earned my certificate, am much more knowledgeable in the art of traditional Napoletana Pizza Making, and confident of my new found skills and abilities. I would strongly recommend this course for the serious hobbyist or the new professional who desires to learn and improve their skills. In closing, I am amazed and will continue my relationship with this fine organization.
  • Regular Pizza Course

    Reviewed by Mau V on 4/3/2018
    I signed up for the three day course and it exceeded all my expectations. If work would've permitted I would have extended it to their Extensive five day course. The team, Pepe, Mario, and Donato make you feel right at home from day one. The course is very thorough and hands-on; perfect for learning. Their attention to detail and passion towards the beautiful art of Napoletana Pizza is unmatched. Sign up today, you will not regret it! The only thing you need to bring is Passion; they provide the rest.
  • Regular Pizza Course

    Reviewed by Neli R on 4/3/2018
    Taking the 3 day course #sorry could not make 5 day, it has been the best experiencia as in courses I had, everyone is so welcoming since the beginning you start to soak all the information, the teaching is so great Chef Mario is an amazing instructor, Donato an Maestro Peppe don't stop in giving you all the help and knowledge everyday!!! It was a huge experience. If you want to learn hot to make neapolitan pizza this is the place
  • Basic Pizza Course

    Reviewed by Amy D. on 12/28/2017
    Thoroughly enjoyed the day! I purchased the class as a gift for my husband who had built his dream pizza oven. Very informative and hands on - the only negative was we probably gained 5 lbs from all the pizza we ate!
  • Basic Pizza Course

    Reviewed by Edison A. on 1/5/2023
  • Regular Pizza Course

    Reviewed by Daniel W. on 10/4/2018
  • Basic Pizza Course

    Reviewed by Bashear K. on 2/28/2018

Review Summary by CourseHorse

According to the reviews, students had a highly positive experience with the classes at VPN Americas. They praised the instructors, Donato, Pepe, and Mario, for their passion, knowledge, and willingness to share information. The classes provided a hands-on experience, allowing students to be involved in every step of the process, from making the dough to baking the pizza. Students also had the opportunity to learn traditional techniques for making Neapolitan pizza and even how to make fresh mozzarella and ricotta. Overall, the classes provided a solid foundation for understanding the day-to-day operations of a pizza business and improving pizza-making skills. 1. "You get involved in every step of the process from making the dough, then portioning, making the pizza, and finally baking the pizza." 2. "Certainly 5 days doesn't make you an expert pizzaiolo, but you can get a great working foundation of what it is like in a day-to-day pizza operation." 3. "The course covered many areas of competency and I learned a lot of information."

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