Margherita Pizza at The Italian Centre

An evening meeting in the Little Italy area resulted in me trying the Italian Centre's pizza for the first time. Made to order, the 12-inch thin-crust pizzas are perfect for sharing. I tried the basic margherita, which was loaded with mozzarella. I definitely wished I had someone to share with, because I could not finish it myself. I only wish the fresh basil was not just concentrated on top of the pizza in the centre, but incorporated in the cheese and baked throughout it. It would have added another layer of flavour, rather than my chopping up the basil and adding it myself to bites here and there.

Chicken Avocado Pizza at Leva

Chicken avocado pizza at Leva #yegfood, a photo by raise my voice on Flickr.

I know that Leva Cafe has great coffee and other drinks, but until today I did not know how wonderful the food is also. At least what I had - a pizza with chicken, avocado, and tomatoes.

A huge slice of fresh chicken breast, half moon of avocado, and slice of ripe tomato adorned each slice of the thin-crust pizza, as well as beautiful, fresh basil. The mozzarella was generous and mild, while a drizzle of olive oil added a final touch of decadence.

My only criticism was the nearly invisible sprinkle of black pepper - all it did was set my mouth on fire. I will definitely ask for it to be held next time.

Speaking of next time, I am going to have to bring someone. The pizza was a good 12 or 13 inches and could easily have been shared. I finished almost all of it only due to the fact I was famished.