From Dough to Dynasty: Coast to Coast Pizza’s Recipe for Veteran-Driven Success

01/08/2025 19 min Temporada 1 Episodio 3
From Dough to Dynasty: Coast to Coast Pizza’s Recipe for Veteran-Driven Success

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In this powerful episode of In the Dough, host Anthony Iannone reconnects with father-son duo Omar Maldonado Jr. and Omar Maldonado III of Coast to Coast Pizza Company. From humble beginnings at the North American Pizza & Culinary Academy to establishing a foothold in the fiercely competitive Fort Lauderdale pizza scene, their journey is a masterclass in hustle, heart, and handmade dough.Listen in as they share how:They evolved their dough using New York WaterMaker technology and specialty flours 🍕They overcame marketing challenges in a hidden strip mall location 🌴They scaled up operations while maintaining quality and consistency ✅They built a mission-driven brand dedicated to supporting U.S. military veterans 🇺🇸Whether you’re a pizza operator, aspiring restaurateur, or just love a good comeback story—this episode serves up inspiration, industry insight, and the power of purpose.📍 Coast to Coast Pizza Locations:Marathon, FL | 615 53rd Street OceanFort Lauderdale, FL | 656 North Federal Highway👉 Connect with them on Instagram: @coasttocoastpizzacompanyftl & @coasttocoastpizzacompanyFor more pizza business tips and behind-the-scenes stories from top operators, follow In the Dough and never miss an episode!