A Double Take on Naples by Two of Asia-Pacific’s Most Celebrated Neapolitan Pizza Chefs

A four-hand collab with award-winning Chef Ciro (#11 in 50 Top Pizza Asia-Pacific 2025)  and Chef Peppe (#2 in Asia-Pacific 2025), available from 15 July to 14 August 2025

SINGAPORE, 7 July 2025 – What happens when two Neapolitan culinary stars reunite for the first time - not just as chefs, but as storytellers of their shared roots?

Introducing Doppio Napoli, a limited-time 4-hands set menu by Chef Ciro Sorrentino of Margheri and Il Clay and Chef Peppe of Pizzeria da Peppe Napoli Sta' Ca, one of Tokyo’s best pizzerias. 

More than just a culinary collaboration, Doppio Napoli is a tribute to Naples, the city where both chefs began their culinary journeys. Though Chef Ciro and Chef Peppe have each built award-winning careers across Asia, this menu marks the first time they return to their roots together, in one kitchen.

Each dish in the 7-course menu reflects a personal memory or signature technique, from Nonna’s ragù to San Marzano-stained pizzas inspired by modern global flavours. The name “Doppio Napoli”, which means “Double Naples”, celebrates two distinct paths, one shared origin, and the enduring power of place in shaping taste, soul, and identity.

The menu opens with a rustic Grandma Meatball, braised in tomato sauce - a warm nod to Sunday family lunches in Southern Italy. It follows with Tuna Tartare with Ayu Sauce, where fine Japanese sensibility meets Italian purity in a dish that is elegant, clean, and unexpected.

The pizza course is the heart of the meal, showcasing two original creations: L’Amore per il Giappone, a refined slice with San Marzano tomato reduction, tuna, buffalo cream, and sweet-sour red onion; and Ha-Whynot, a playful combination of pulled pork, smoked cheese, sous-vide pineapple, and barbecue sauce.

To honour Naples' culinary core, the chefs present O’ Ragu ra’ Nonna, a deep, slow-simmered beef ragù served with housemade pasta steeped in tradition. The meal ends with Tiramisu Espresso, a bold and bittersweet reinterpretation of Italy’s most iconic dessert.

Available from 15 July to 14 August 2025, this special menu will be served within the establishment of Il Clay at $69 per pax, minimum 2 to dine.

For the press kit, kindly refer to: https://bit.ly/IlClay4Hands2025 

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About Il Clay

IL CLAY is a duo-concept dining and lounge destination in Clarke Quay - a vibrant Italian pizzeria and Mediterranean restaurant by day, and a sophisticated speakeasy-style lounge by night.

Helmed by award-winning Neapolitan pizza maestro Chef Ciro Sorrentino, IL CLAY delivers handcrafted pizzas made with his signature 48-hour proofed dough, alongside bold Mediterranean plates and inventive cocktails. A respected name in the global pizza scene, Chef Ciro has been awarded:

• 11th place in the 2025 Asia-Pacific 50 Top Pizza Awards

• 50 Top Pizza Asia-Pacific 2024

• 50 Top Pizzeria Eccellente Italia 2023

• TWO Slice Award from Gambero Rosso International

By day, IL CLAY serves up authentic Neapolitan pizzas and elevated Italian-Mediterranean fare. By night — from 9:30PM on weekdays and 10:30PM on weekends — the venue transforms into a speakeasy lounge with crafted cocktails, curated music, and a lively social vibe. The space features an elegant indoor setting and a pet-friendly alfresco terrace, offering a seamless experience from daytime dining to late-night lounging.

Il Clay

Address: Blk D, 3D River Valley Rd, #01-04 Clarke Quay, 179023

Tel: 9722 9069

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