26-05-2025
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I worked for iconic pizza chain – here's the exact two words to say to get your meal cooked to perfection
And scroll down to see what big plans are in the works for the restaurant chain
PIZZ-AHH! I worked for iconic pizza chain – here's the exact two words to say to get your meal cooked to perfection
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PAESANO is an institution for food lovers in Glasgow.
The beloved pizza chain is well-known for its authentic Neapolitan pizza made with fresh ingredients.
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Paesano is a fan-favourite for pizza
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The pizza chain opened its third branch in Glasgow this month
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The popular restaurant has three branches in the city - on Miller Street in the city centre, Great Western Road in the West End and the newly opened Southside spot.
The new venue is located in the former Di Maggio's restaurant on Pollokshaws Road in Shawlands.
Blue signage appeared around the unit reading "a Southside sequel" before it officially opened to food fans on May 21.
And twin brothers Kevin and Kieran D'Arcy, from Glasgow, were some of the first people to sample the new restaurant's offerings.
The siblings boast 94,000 followers on TikTok, and regularly share their top food recommendations and tips.
During their visit to the new Paesano, the duo revealed a secret tip they learned from a former staff member.
And if you're not a fan of "sloppy" pizza, you'll want to take note.
That's because you can fix it by giving a simple two-word request to your server when you order.
In their TikTok clip reviewing the restaurant, the D'Arcy twins said: "A pro tip if you don't like a sloppy pizza, ask for your pizza well fired.
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"I got that pro tip from an ex-Paesano employee."
Sugo and Paesano have recently been acquired by The DRG, Scotland's largest independent restaurant group.
The firm achieved a record annual turnover last year of almost £50million.
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Asking for your pizza 'well fired' is the secret to the perfect meal according to an ex-employee
Credit: John Kirkby - The Sun Glasgow
The DRG, which is owned by Mario Gizzi and Tony Conetta, said further restaurant rollouts are expected over the next 12 months.
The group told The Herald that the recent acquisition of the two brands is its "most significant acquisition to date".
Mr Conetta said: "Within 12 months, we expect to have doubled the number of Paesano and Sugo restaurants to six.
"And we have firm aspirations to further expand north and south of the Border in the years ahead.'
