06/15/2026
During a long fermentation, naturally occurring enzymes begin modifying gluten proteins over time.
Think of it this way: the gluten network becomes less like a tightly wound ball of yarn and more like a ball thatâs been slowly loosened.
At the same time, other complex components within the dough are also changing.
The result is a dough that is very different from one thatâs mixed and baked the same day.
Thatâs one reason weâre willing to wait 72 hours before serving it.
Our pizza is NOT gluten-freeâgluten doesnât disappear, butâŚ
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