Pizzeria MOTO

08/23/2024

These babies look amazing. Sourdough all the way!!!

08/18/2024

Thanks to my wife Coleen for the assist in sprucing up the rig…paint on the bottom next!

07/25/2024

Grateful for a quick trip away to OBX before we get into the 2nd half of the pizza year.

07/25/2024

36 things that make our pizza better....

I just came across a blog post that we wrote in 2011, which still holds true today.........

One would think that pizza would be a food that is fairly simple to make. Get some crust, put some sauce and cheese on it and pop it in the oven. We did this on our first pizzas we made over 25 years ago. Since then, our recipe has changed dramatically, and yes, we have become completely obsessive about the attention that goes into one of our pies.

We came up with a list of at least 36 things we consider and scrutinize on the most basic pizza we have — the Lucia (also called the Margherita) …Others that have more ingredients, more scrutinization required.

Our goal is not to boast about the length of our process, but to dedicate our time and energy in making a product that will stand out from the rest. Stop by one of our events sometime and try us out!

Cheers,

J

Factors that contribute to a successful Lucia pizza in a somewhat logical order

1. Fermentation and acidity of starter

2. Water / flour content of starter

3. Recipe ratio of dough of Flour & Salt

4. Quality of Flour

5. Hydration ratio of dough

6. Quality of water

7. Water Temperature

8. Temperature and humidity when making dough

9. Time additions of flour to mixer

10. Length of time of dough mixed

11. Fermentation schedule (between 2-5 days)

12. Proofing time (humidity, time and temp)

13. Oven pre-heat

14. Oven temp (3 types of heat involved – floor, dome, air)

15. Type of wood used (hardwood, type of hardwood)

16. Type of cut to wood (length & thickness)

17. How dough is stretched and shaped

18. Amount and type of flour used to stretch

19. Type of tomatoes used and where they are grown

20. What type of can are tomatoes are packed in

21. Quality of tomato by type

22. How are tomatoes processed

23. Seasoning to sauce (salt)

24. Quantity of sauce on pie

25. Type of cheese used and the way it is made

26. Quality of Cow’s milk or Buffalo milk

27. How fresh cheese is

28. How cheese is cut up and placed on pie

29. Ratio of Cheese (too much will dwarf other flavors)

30. Addition of additional aged cheese (pecorino or grana padano)

31. Quality of aged cheese

32. Addition of olive oil and the quality of olives used for oil

33. Quantity of oil used before baking

34. Addition of basil and the quality of basil used

35. Addition of Sea salt and quality of salt produced

36. How pizza is cooked in oven and for how long (a bit of char is good!)

07/18/2024

Hey everyone, it's Jay Clement - Pizzeria MOTO's original founder!

I'm thrilled to share some exciting news about Pizzeria MOTO and the amazing journey we're embarking on. It feels surreal, like a dream come true.

Back in 2010, I started MOTO and had the pleasure of working alongside Tyler Smith as we built something truly special together. Tyler was instrumental in our early success, and over the next six years, he became an integral part of our MOTO family. In 2016, I made the bittersweet decision to pass the torch to Tyler. He took the reins and led MOTO with passion and dedication for the next 8 years.

Earlier this summer, Tyler and I had some discussions, and he decided to pass the torch back to me, so he could pursue some new work goals. It's a full-circle moment that fills me with gratitude and excitement. MOTO holds a special place in my heart, and I'm thrilled to continue its legacy alongside my wife Coleen and our kids, who are almost old enough to join the team.

Tyler won't be far - you'll still catch him at some events as he starts a new chapter of his life. To all of Tyler's customers, thank you for your unwavering support of him and Pizzeria MOTO. We've brought a slice of joy to tens of thousands over the years, and plan to do it for many years to come.

We can't wait to see what the future holds for MOTO. If you are interested in booking a private party, let's talk - we'll be serving Northern & Central Virginia, and beyond - stay tuned for more updates and delicious moments ahead!

02/09/2022

Happy National Pizza Day to all the 🍕lovers out there! Something truly special happens when you combine a good dough and zesty tomato sauce with fresh mozzarella all baked in a wood-fired oven 🔥🪄 #🍕

01/07/2022

Sun, snow, or showers, Moto can make your pizza party dreams a reality! Interested in having wood-fired pizza and appetizers at your next event? Contact us today-serving the DMV and beyond.

09/20/2021

Happy ! Our version of a pepperoni pizza is made with soppressatta, an Italian dry salami and it’s delicious.

08/19/2021

07/20/2021

Special delivery! Fuel for our August events 🪵 🔥🍕

05/10/2020

Pizza dough empanadas for the win with homemade Chimichirri & chipotle yogurt sauce 🤤

11/19/2019

Today, on our final day of 2019 😢, we’re celebrating with a holiday-inspired 🍕. Visit us today from now ‘til 7pm for the flavor-packed Brie, Cranberry & Rosemary EVOO. Thanks to everyone who came out this season to support us & Happy Holidays!

11/12/2019

Only 2 more to go here stand ☹ But, we’re making the most of these sad end-of-the-season-blues with a special 5th pie on the menu today; white w/ broccoli, ricotta and black pepper. Earthy, creamy, fire-baked goodness served up from 2-7pm.

11/05/2019

Sweet 🍫 + Spicy 🌶 = Simpatico. Its our 3rd to last so make sure to come out for today’s special: Sweet Potato, Poblano + Smoked Gouda 🧨 Open from 2-7pm!

10/29/2019

Pink potatoes + crisp kale + sweet onions = potentially my favorite pizza combo ever (and I’ve tried A LOT)! There’s something about these 3 veggies cooked quickly in the 800 degree, wood-fired oven that works so well together. Come to the Farm Stand and try it today from now ‘til 7pm!

10/22/2019

It’s cool + rainy but we’ve still got TOMATOES! Celebrate with a goat cheese & cherry tomato pie. Try it with pancetta & balsamic 🤤 We’re serving all of your favorites (the Moto, Mutz, Lucia and White) from 2-7pm @ Willowsford Farm

10/15/2019

Swipe ⬅️ to see what’s on the menu today from 2-7pm. There’re only 5 more after today ☹ Come and get your fix while you still can. Don’t wana wait ‘til next spring? Ask us about private catering! @ Willowsford Farm

10/08/2019

There are few things better in cooking than then smell of onions caramelizing. And today, we’re doing just that! Come try the Bella—with wood-fired caramelized onions, baby bellas, mozzarella and pecorino Romano on our homemade sourdough crust. 🔥 Serving from 2-7pm!

10/01/2019

Say Cheese! We finish every pie with a sprinkle of Pecorino Romano because who says “no” to more 🧀? Come get yours for dinner today at the Willowsford Farm Stand from 2-7pm. Moto

09/24/2019

What will you put on this blank canvas? Summer squash, kale, pancetta or balsamic?
Come get with us at the stand from 2-7pm. We’ve got all our classic pies on the menu plus some seasonal add-ons from the Farm Stand.

09/17/2019

We’d like to take a moment to thank all of our Tuesday followers AND for being patient last Tuesday as we tended to a family emergency in PA most of the week. And now, WE’RE BACK! Come get a wood-fired pizza at the Willowsford Farm Stand from 2-7pm. Add-ons today are cherry tomatoes, kale, pancetta and balsamic reduction. 🔥🍕

09/10/2019

We know everybody loves at the Willowsford Farm Stand (we do too) but we’re out of town for a family emergency and will be back at it next Tuesday, 9/17.

09/03/2019

Today is BBQ 🍑 Pie Day! We have all your Moto favorites plus peaches + red onions from the Farm Stand, topped off with a drizzle of bbq. Open from 2-7pm at the Willowsford Farm Stand! Willowsford Farm

08/27/2019

It’s our first since back-to-school for Loudoun County kids. Why not make it a family tradition with homemade, wood-fired pizzas from our 🖤 to your home. We’re stand from 2-7pm!

08/20/2019

We have fun on and so should you! There’s no mess and no stress when it’s pizza night! Swing by the farm stand for dinner between 2-7pm. Today’s add-ons: pancetta, baby portobellos & balsamic glaze.

08/13/2019

Sauce or no sauce?
Meat or garlic + herbs?
Extra cheese?
What’s your favorite? Swipe ⬅️ for our core 4 pies available today at the Willowsford Farm Stand from 2-7pm (or until supplies last). And don’t forget to make it your own with add-ons! @ Willowsford Farm

08/06/2019

Now that we’re officially into the Dog Days of Summer, let us take care of dinner. Our oven is hot no matter what the temp outside. Get your favorite Moto pie and play around with our toppings menu. Today’s special…Manchego. Serving from 2-7pm stand!

08/01/2019

What’s for dinner? Fire roasted tomato sauce & eggplant parm. All cooked in the pizza oven. When we’re not busy making pizzas we like to experiment 🔥

07/30/2019

Handmade, hand-rolled, hand-stretched and hand-tossed with 🖤. Come try our Neapolitan-style pies made with sourdough crust today from 2-7pm at the Willowsford Farm Stand 🍕🔥 @ Willowsford Farm

07/23/2019

It’s finally cooled down a little outside but our pizza’s still hot! Maybe it’s not but you get the point 🙃 We’re at the Willowsford Farm Stand making dinner fast and easy tonight. Come by and grab a few! Serving from 2-7pm.