{"page_type":"post","name":"Why Is Moreno’s Pizza Black?","url":"https://mactan.shoptech.media/did-you-know/why-is-morenos-pizza-black/","data_url":"https://mactan.shoptech.media/did-you-know/why-is-morenos-pizza-black/data.json","description":"Did you know... The black color of Moreno's pizzas isn't the result of too much time in the oven","image":"https://mactan.shoptech.media/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Moreno-collage.jpg","tags":{"categories":["Did you know?"],"post_tags":[]},"updated_at":"2026-06-27T11:52:32+08:00","content":"Did you know? The name Moreno’s Italiano isn't just a reference to Chef Moreno. It's inspired by the restaurant's signature charcoal-infused pizza dough, which gives the pizzas their distinctive darker appearance and crispy texture. The crispiness also comes from the dough itself, which is made from a blend of three different flours. Moreno's menu features authentic Italian specialties including carpaccio, burrata, osso buco and homemade gelato. Unlike many restaurants, the gelato is not kept in a freezer waiting to be scooped. It is freshly made on the spot whenever guests request it, creating a gelato experience that is hard to find elsewhere on Mactan. Chef Moreno also offers courses in pizza making, fresh pasta making and gelato production. The restaurant is tucked away in Bankal, in an area where you would not expect to find a place like this. Yet it has become a favorite among locals, expats and visitors looking for authentic Italian cuisine on Mactan.More info and Maps here 👇Moreno’s Italiano"}