[Ancient Ovens: Where Wood-Fired Pizza Creates Culinary Magic in Saint Jo, Texas]
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Step into a gastronomic wonderland at Ancient Ovens, a hidden gem nestled in Saint Jo, Texas, renowned for its wood-fired pizzas prepared in a traditional brick oven. Owned by Denis and Susan Moody, this delightful eatery offers a captivating four-course Italian family-style dinner, inviting guests to indulge in the old-world flavors and forge cherished connections. From their initial aspiration of oven building to the birth of this beloved restaurant, the Moody's tale comes to life as diners gather around the oven, immersing themselves in the enchanting world of wood-fired pizza and heartwarming camaraderie.
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Step into a gastronomic wonderland at Ancient Ovens, a hidden gem nestled in Saint Jo, Texas, renowned for its wood-fired pizzas prepared in a traditional brick oven. Owned by Denis and Susan Moody, this delightful eatery offers a captivating four-course Italian family-style dinner, inviting guests to indulge in the old-world flavors and forge cherished connections. From their initial aspiration of oven building to the birth of this beloved restaurant, the Moody's tale comes to life as diners gather around the oven, immersing themselves in the enchanting world of wood-fired pizza and heartwarming camaraderie.
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Randy Mallory Papers (AR0954), University of North Texas Special Collections
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Randy Mallory Papers
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