At Edwardo’s Natural Pizza, we believe that the perfect pizza deserves the perfect drink pairing. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or a craft beer enthusiast, we've got you covered with selections from Chicago and across the USA. Here are some mouth-watering pairings to elevate your Edwardo’s pizza experience.
Edwardo’s Special w/ Sausage (Stuffed or Thin Crust)
Edwardo’s Special w/ Sausage is a delightful combination of savory sausage, fresh green peppers, mushrooms, and sweet onions. This pizza is available in both our signature stuffed crust and thin crust versions. To complement these flavors, we recommend a robust Zinfandel like Ridge Vineyards' East Bench from California. This wine's rich fruit flavors and peppery finish enhance the savory sausage and complement the mushrooms and onions, creating a harmonious balance. For beer lovers, Goose Island IPA, brewed right here in Chicago, offers a hoppy bitterness that balances the richness of the sausage while the floral and citrus notes lift the flavors of the fresh vegetables.
Fresh Spinach (Stuffed or Thin Crust)
Our award-winning Fresh Spinach pizza is lavishly topped with hand-selected, fresh-picked spinach and a blend of mozzarella cheese. The pizza's wholesome, green flavor shines through in both stuffed and thin crust styles. A crisp Chardonnay like Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve from California, with its notes of green apple, pear, and citrus, enhances the fresh spinach and creamy mozzarella, adding a touch of brightness to each bite. For a beer pairing, 312 Urban Wheat Ale from Goose Island provides a light, refreshing taste with hints of lemon and wheat, pairing perfectly with the fresh, green flavors of the spinach pizza.
Edwardo’s All Meat Combo (Stuffed or Thin Crust)
The Edwardo’s All Meat Combo is a carnivore's dream, loaded with four savory meats: sausage, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, and bacon. Available in both stuffed and thin crust options, this pizza is packed with robust flavors. A full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, like Silver Oak, offers deep blackcurrant and cherry flavors with a hint of oak, which stand up to the hearty, smoky flavors of the assorted meats. For a beer pairing, Founders Brewing Co.'s Breakfast Stout provides rich, roasted malt flavors with notes of coffee and chocolate, which pair beautifully with the smoky, savory meats on the All Meat Combo.
Veggie Special (Stuffed or Thin Crust)
Our Veggie Special features a bounty of fresh green peppers, mushrooms, and onions, straight from the garden. This pizza is a veggie lover's delight, available in both stuffed and thin crust varieties. A Sauvignon Blanc like Cloudy Bay from New Zealand, with its vibrant acidity and notes of tropical fruit, complements the fresh vegetables, enhancing their natural sweetness and adding a refreshing finish. Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, with its balanced malt and hop profile, brings out the natural sweetness of the veggies while adding a refreshing finish.
Homestyle BBQ Chicken (Thin Crust)
The Homestyle BBQ Chicken pizza is topped with tender chicken, creamy Monterey jack, smoked cheddar, red onions, cilantro, and our down-home barbecue sauce. This pizza offers a delightful blend of sweet, smoky, and tangy flavors. A dry Rosé from Provence, like Château d'Esclans Whispering Angel, offers bright acidity and berry flavors that enhance the sweet and tangy BBQ sauce and tender chicken. For a beer pairing, Bell’s Best Brown Ale provides a malty sweetness and nutty undertones that harmonize with the smoky BBQ sauce and creamy cheeses.
Spicy Buffalo Chicken (Thin Crust)
Our Spicy Buffalo Chicken pizza features tender chicken breast tossed in spicy Buffalo sauce, topped with Monterey jack cheese, chopped celery, and roasted red peppers. This pizza is a perfect blend of spicy, tangy, and creamy. A slightly off-dry Riesling like Dr. Loosen from Germany, with its hint of sweetness and vibrant acidity, balances the heat from the Buffalo sauce and complements the creamy Monterey jack cheese. Lagunitas Pils offers a crisp and clean taste with a subtle hop bitterness that refreshes the palate between bites of spicy chicken.
Hawaiian (Thin Crust)
The Hawaiian pizza combines sweet chunks of pineapple, lean Canadian bacon, fresh-picked tomatoes, Monterey jack cheese, and a piquant sweet n' sour sauce. This pizza delivers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. A light-bodied Pinot Noir from Oregon, like those from Willamette Valley Vineyards, brings forward notes of red berries and a subtle earthiness that complements the sweet pineapple and savory Canadian bacon. For a beer pairing, Revolution Brewing’s Fist City, a Kölsch-style beer, provides a smooth, light, and slightly fruity profile that pairs perfectly with the Hawaiian pizza’s sweet and savory elements.
Conclusion
Pairing the right wine or beer with your Edwardo’s Natural Pizza can enhance your dining experience, bringing out the best flavors in both the pizza and the drink. Whether you prefer the boldness of a Zinfandel, the crispness of a Chardonnay, or the hoppy notes of a local IPA, there’s a perfect match waiting for you. Enjoy exploring these combinations and find your favorite pairing!
By incorporating these pairings into your next meal, you'll not only savor the deliciousness of Edwardo’s pizzas but also enjoy a new depth of flavors that perfectly complement each other. Cheers to good food and great drinks!