Prior to opening Lucali in 2006, Mark Iacono had never dreamt of being a cook. Today, he operates one of the best pizzerias not only in New York City, but the entire world. In a rare, intimate glimpse at Iacono's life, this Food Skills minidoc charts the chef's unlikely rise from Brooklyn construction worker to internationally renowned pizzaiolo. While walking the streets of his native Carroll Gardens, Iacono reminisces about a rapidly changing neighborhood, and unlocks the keys to his worldfamous margherita pie. From studying at the altar of Di Fara’s Dom DeMarco, to serving Alist celebrities like Jay Z and Beyoncé, the story of Lucali is made of pizza lore and legend.

Director: Tanai Milgram
Producers: Jackson Connor, Tanai Milgram, Lawrence Weibman
Executive Producer: Chris Schonberger
Director of Photography: Dustin FlanneryMcCoy
Production Coordinator: Victoria Astudillo
Editor: Dustin FlanneryMcCoy
Camera Operator: James Ogle
Sound: Michael Moote
Production Assistant: Tian Wang

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