Bowie Pizza, a new eatery in Gainesville, is showcasing a two-day fermented dough process and Brazilian-inspired flavors that set it apart from other pizza restaurants in the area.
The restaurant, located at 1522 NW 13th St., hosted its grand opening on Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. offering samples of several pizzas, including Traditional Four Cheese, Pepperoni, Mushroom & Ricotta, and other varieties.
Although Bowie Pizza has been operating since March, owner Eric de Atayde Lencioni, 48, who is originally from Brazil, said the restaurant’s concept is influenced by both his background in the food industry and flavors he grew up with. He said the official celebration came after months of refining recipes, training staff and improving operations…