{"id":149640,"date":"2025-07-29T09:02:19","date_gmt":"2025-07-29T09:02:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pizzatoday.com\/?post_type=topics&p=149640"},"modified":"2025-08-21T09:03:13","modified_gmt":"2025-08-21T09:03:13","slug":"commentary-pizzeria-of-the-year-congratulations-mattengas-pizzeria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pizzatoday.com\/news\/commentary-pizzeria-of-the-year-congratulations-mattengas-pizzeria\/149640\/","title":{"rendered":"Pizzeria of the Year | Mattenga\u2019s Pizzeria! | Commentary"},"content":{"rendered":"

I want to take this opportunity to be the first to congratulate Matt and Hengam Stanfield. The co-founders of Mattenga\u2019s Pizzeria<\/a> in San Antonio are a pizza power couple like no other. They have steadily grown their Texas-based pizza company into a juggernaut that is so impressive, we named it the 2025 Pizzeria of the Year!<\/p>\n

Executive Editor Denise Greer and Design Lead Katie Wilson ventured to San Antonio to sit down with Hengam and Matt to get to the bottom of what makes their company so special. They\u2019ve got quite a story to tell, and I do not want to encroach on it here, so read Mastering Mattenga’s Playbook<\/a> and enjoy.<\/p>\n

Bar Bites<\/strong><\/h2>\n

When my family goes out for pizza \u2013 or just about any meal, really \u2013 we order appetizers<\/a>. For one thing, we typically show up famished. Secondly, apps are usually the favorite part of my meal for some reason (minus the main event: pizza<\/a>, of course).<\/p>\n

If I ever find myself sitting at a bar, the first question I ask is, \u201cWhat bourbons do you have?\u201d I like a good Old Fashioned. My second question is always, \u201cWhat bar bites do you have?\u201d<\/p>\n

I don\u2019t want a full meal at the bar, but I usually enjoy a small plate while relaxing with a cocktail.<\/p>\n

When a bartender hands me the restaurant\u2019s entire menu, it can feel a bit disappointing. When I am given a lineup of bar bites, however \u2013 even if it mirrors the restaurant\u2019s appetizer list \u2013 I\u2019m a happy camper.<\/p>\n

Check out the article on page 30<\/a> to read what\u2019s hot with bar bites.<\/p>\n

O-HI-O<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Lastly, registration for Pizza Expo Columbus<\/a> is open, and we are looking forward to a fun and exciting event in the Buckeye state. The show will take place Oct. 26-27 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. We have a fantastic lineup of speakers you won\u2019t want to miss. Head over to PizzaExpoColumbus.com<\/a> to get registered today. We look forward to seeing you there!<\/p>\n

Best,<\/p>\n

Jeremy White
\nEditor In Chief<\/p>\n

\"AugustRead the August 2025 Issue of Pizza Today Magazine<\/h1>\n

In this issue, we announce Pizza Today’s 2025 Pizzeria of the Year. Find out the owners turned a failing pizzeria purchase into a fast growing pizza business. Learn how it make a sourdough starter.It’s Green Season! Green Chile, that is. Explore menu ideas that add New Mexican flavors to your pizza. Find out which strip mall locations work best for pizzerias \u2013 and how to maximize traffic. Discover why pizzerias are going with custom mobile apps to capture sales and return visits. Tap into addictive bar menu options to increase check averages.<\/p>\n

Check out the full\u00a0Digital Edition \u2014 Pizza Today August 2025<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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\"AugustRead the August 2025 Issue of Pizza Today Magazine<\/h4>\n

In this issue, we announce Pizza Today\u2019s 2025 Pizzeria of the Year. Find out how the owners turned a failing pizzeria purchase into a fast-growing pizza business. Learn how to make a sourdough starter. It\u2019s Green Season! Green Chile, that is. Explore menu ideas that add New Mexican flavors to your pizza. Find out which strip mall locations work best for pizzerias \u2013 and how to maximize traffic. Discover why pizzerias are going with custom mobile apps to capture sales and return visits. Tap into addictive bar menu options to increase check averages. Go to the August Issue.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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