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Taste of COMO: Pizza di Montagna

Award-winning pizza in the Dolomites

Award-winning pizza in the Dolomites

COMO Alpina Dolomites welcomes acclaimed pizzaiolo Denis Lovatel to Alpina Chalet Grill and Bar, where he has crafted an exclusive menu inspired by the landscapes, ingredients and culinary traditions of the Dolomites.

Rooted in Lovatel’s “Pizza di Montagna” philosophy, each pizza is crafted using locally sourced produce, mountain herbs and his signature dough. The result is a lighter, more digestible interpretation of an Italian classic, with ingredients that celebrate the regional produce and suppliers of the Dolomites.

The Philosophy of Pizza di Montagna

Denis Lovatel's signature dough is crafted using carefully selected semi-whole wheat flours, pure Dolomite spring water and a unique blend of wild mountain herbs. Naturally lower in salt and slowly fermented over an extended period, it creates a crisp, light and highly digestible pizza that allows every ingredient to shine.

Every recipe reflects Lovatel’s commitment to sustainability and regional identity. Seasonal vegetables, responsibly sourced seafood, carefully selected meats and local cheeses celebrate the producers of the Dolomites while supporting thoughtful sourcing and minimising waste.

Enjoy at Alpina Chalet Grill & Bar

Created in collaboration with the culinary team at COMO Alpina Dolomites, the menu offers a relaxed yet refined dining experience inspired by the surrounding mountains. Whether enjoyed on the panoramic terrace during summer or beside the fire in winter, each pizza reflects a contemporary expression of an Italian classic, rooted in the flavours of the Alps.

Denis Lovatel

About the chef

Denis Lovatel is one of Italy's most acclaimed pizza chefs and the creator of the award-winning “Pizza di Montagna” philosophy. A pioneer of sustainable pizza making, he combines local sourcing, circular economy principles and innovative techniques to create pizzas that are lighter, healthier and deeply connected to their surrounding landscape.

His restaurants have received numerous international accolades, including the Green Oven Award for sustainability, the San Pellegrino Innovation and Sustainability Prize, and multiple Gambero Rosso recognitions, with Forbes naming him Italy's most sustainable pizza maker. Ranked among the world's top 50 pizza chefs, Denis has collaborated with leading luxury hospitality brands, bringing his distinctive culinary vision to guests around the world.