Concepts and recipes
by Chef Giovanni Mauro

Born in L.A., Chef Gio (pronounced “Joe”) moved to Sicily as a child and was raised there until he came back to California as a teenager, where he began his culinary career as a pizzaiolo at Dattilo’s in Whittier, CA. In his twenties, he honed his operational skills working for Brinker International. Longing for his traditional roots, he returned to Italy to further his studies. He thereafter devoted his talents to his parents’ restaurant, Nora’s Italian Cusine. Aspiring to bring to Las Vegas all of the unique foods that he discovered in Italy, and armed with passion for excellence, he strives to provide the community of Las Vegas with an authentic, non-commercial pizzeria.

Monzu and Old School Pizzeria are originals concepts dedicated to Mauro’s “respect for ingredients” philosophy. No commercial yeast, all natural starters, a commitment to fresh and seasonal menu items, and a focus on strong community ties. With these restaurants, he and his staff work to expand upon that philosophy and present a unique and authentic experience to Las Vegas, sharing recipes cultivated from his proud Sicilian heritage. Wanting to give more than just a meal, Chef Giovanni is most passionate about creating a personal connection through the cooking and sharing of food, and is looking forward to gathering at the table with the Las Vegas community.

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