Most frozen pizzas have a lot to answer for.
I am pleased to say that I have been pleasantly surprised and impressed by this brand, and frankly, I only bought them because they were on offer at Iceland; a bargain at 99p each (normally £1.89, I believe).
I've tried two - a pepperoni version ... Read review
Advantages: Taste good, well topped, nice and thin. Disadvantages: Slightly too big for one person, too small for two, and where is the nutritional info?
Most frozen pizzas have a lot to answer for.
I am pleased to say that I have been pleasantly surprised and impressed by this brand, and frankly, I only bought them because they were on offer at Iceland; a bargain at 99p each (normally £1.89, I believe).
I've tried two - a pepperoni version (pizza speciale) and a plain one (pizza mozzarella). Of the two I preferred the plain - unusual for me. They look quite posh really ... ...I saw circles of mozzarella on a frozen pizza, especally not for 99p.
I thought the mozzarella one had quite a sophisticated and delicate flavour, sorry if this sounds a little pretentious for a frozen pizza, but I guess they are trying to market them as a kind of prestige brand? The pepperoni one was similar, but with the familiar pepperoni taste which kind of masked all the other more subtle flavours. It was still nice though. more
Most frozen pizzas have a lot to answer for.
I am pleased to say that I have been pleasantly surprised and impressed by this brand, and frankly, I only bought them because they were on offer at Iceland; a bargain at 99p each (normally £1.89, I believe).
I've tried two - a pepperoni version (pizza speciale) and a plain one (pizza mozzarella). Of the two I preferred the plain - unusual for me. They look quite posh really for frozen pizzas - I can't remember the last time I saw circles of mozzarella on a frozen pizza, especally not for 99p.
I thought the mozzarella one had quite a sophisticated and delicate flavour, sorry if this sounds a little pretentious for a frozen pizza, but I guess they are trying to market them as a kind of prestige brand? The pepperoni one was similar, but with the familiar pepperoni taste which kind of masked all the other more subtle flavours. It was still nice though.
When I got it out of the packet I was dubious that the cheese would cover the pizza, as there seemed to be large gaps, but I needn't have worried. The toppings are generous enough, and actually manage to cover the whole pizza when melted, a feat which is rare on many frozen pizzas.
In our gas oven I like to cook them for slightly longer than the packet suggests in order to obtain a nice crispy bottom. (To the pizza - I hate to think of the effect of all these pizzas on my actual bottom), which leads me to my next point - the back of the packet is covered with instructions in so many languages I never managed to find any nutritional information, so calorie counters beware!?! I thought that it was a legal requirement in the UK, or do manufacturers only have to list ingredients?
My only quibble is that being approx 9" in diameter and 1/4" deep (330g), they're a bit piggy for one person (that's not to say I haven't indulged) but one certainly isn't enough for two.
My petty grumbles aside, I think these are good value (especially for 99p) and have a nice flavour. Dr Oetker is welcome in my kitchen any time.
Advantages: Please read op Disadvantages: Please read op
...latter, it is:
Dr. Oetker UK Ltd. 1265 Century Way, Thorpe Park, Leeds LS15 8ZB.
Anyway, to finish - I wholly recommend this one and I hope you enjoy it as mush as us! (Even at the full price!)
Thanks for reading – now get eating! ...
aliclarkson 23.08.2002
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful Review of Dr. Oetker Ristorante
Advantages: Crispy, tastes great Disadvantages: Availability, no meat
...of the pizza. The red Dr. Oetker logo is at the top left, just to check you have the right pizza. Ristorante Pizza Mozzarella, it says on the front. So now you know how to identify a box of this pizza, what are my conclusions?
This pizza tastes great. Fact. Due to the thin base, there are no crusts as such, and you can eat the whole thing – great value. On the financial side of things, it is obviously better value when these are on offer, ... ...mind paying £1.98 for one – much better value than delivery. This filled me up reasonably well, but not completely and may be better suited to a starter to share or as an accompaniment, unless you are dieting. It tastes great, especially when hungry, and I would be happy if I was given this when visiting a friend (I wish!).
Availability is obviously a negative point, due to this brand not being stocked in some supermarket chains, although ...
magicloudz 24.03.2003
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful Review of Dr. Oetker Ristorante
Advantages: tasty, filling, big Disadvantages: expensive, fattening, not good for the diet
After just eating one and having had it serveral times now I want to put my review to the test.
This Pizza was first advertised oin T.v about a year ago and I kept looking out for it all the time and could never spot it in our local supermarket.
Anyway I waited and waited and eventually they began stocking it. They also had it on offer in Tesco. It was 2 for £3 and normally it is £2.50 for one so thought gotta try it. They do two types. They do ... ...do one called Pizza Pollo. This is chicken, spinach, and mozzarella.
Personally I prefer the chicken one. I feel it is more unique and just tastes delicious. All his pizzas are thin and crispy and some people may not like this. I know some people prefer deep pan pizzas. if that is the case then this is not for you.
I am also pretty sure that Iceland sell them. Other than that I am not sure as I only ever shop at Tesco and Iceland. Iceland also ...
coolchanty 04.06.2003
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful Review of Dr. Oetker Ristorante
Advantages: Fresh tasting but frozen Disadvantages: See op.
The other day, as I entered the gaping jaws of my local ASDA store, I was greeted by a wonderful aroma eminating from somewhere within. Finally, having been followed my this delicious smell and just as I neared the checkout to pay, I spotted a ‘taster’ counter where they were handing out slices of freshly baked pizza. Now, normally, I avoid these like the plague (unless I have several ankle-biters in tow, then these freeby samples serve ... ...and the other ......’ moans and groans!). However, the aroma was so delicious that I found myself drifting over in that I’m-coming-over-here-to-look-at something-on-the-shelf-behind-you-and-not-for-a-handout-type saunters when the woman caught my gaze and held out a napkin with a large, piping hot, slice of pizza perched upon it.
It would have been mighty rude of me to have declined, lol, and so the orgasmic taste experience began, remember ...
FrooTee 15.05.2002
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful Review of Dr. Oetker Ristorante
Advantages: It's Pizza! Disadvantages: Too much oil
Dr Oetker's is a German family firm, founded in 1891 originally producing baking powder. They began selling frozen pizzas in Germany in 1970 and brought the Ristorante range to the UK in 2002.
Varieties available:
• Mozzarella
• Speciale (Ham and Salami)
• Pollo (chicken)
• Hawaii (Ham and pineapple)
• Funghi (mushroom)
• Quatro Formaggi (four cheese)
• Prosciutto (prociutto ham)
Usually I eat Pizzas in ... ...Dominos. I am not really a fan of shop bought pizzas finding the base sometimes has the taste and texture of soggy cardboard, and the toppings a bit stingy and never getting to the edge. A while back I tried Dr Oetker's Bistro range which were small lunchtime sized pizza baguettes, so upon my last visit to Sainsburys I purchased the Funghi Ristorante pizza from the freezer section. The pizza cooks in a fan oven for 10-11 minutes from frozen and retailed ...
Essexgirl2006 24.08.2006
· Read full review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful Review of Dr. Oetker Ristorante
