Family Fold w/ Rico Aguila of UNCLE RICO'S

PIE 2 PIE - A Pizza Maker’s Podcast

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On this episode of PIE 2 PIE, we get deep with Rico Aguila, the family-first force behind Fort Myers' beloved Uncle Rico's Pizza.

Chapters:

00:02:18 Teen Dad to South Florida Pizza Legend: Uncle Rico's Origin Story

00:05:52 The Power of a Supportive Partner: How Rico's Wife Launched His Competition Career

00:08:21 Lines Out the Door: Building a Popular Pizzeria in Fort Myers

00:12:41 The Evolution of Pizza Culture: From Secret Recipes to Community Sharing

00:15:10 Quality vs. Quantity: Why Rico Limits Orders on Busy Nights

00:21:08 Behind the Competition Win: How Rico's Wife Secretly Entered Him

00:23:39 Keeping It Simple: Rico's Philosophy on Pizza Ingredients

00:26:55 The Truth About Fermentation: Why Simplicity Beats Complexity

00:33:19 Family Business: Teaching the Next Generation of Pizza Makers

00:37:59 The Art of the Perfect Bake: Creating a Signature Pizza Look

00:42:25 Real Talk: The Hard Truth About Opening a Pizzeria

00:47:15 The Future of Pizza: Automation and Industry Evolution

00:52:17 Balance is Everything: Mental Health in the Restaurant Business

01:05:06 Competition Mindset: Staying True to Your Pizza Style