GI Metal Azzurra Perforated Pizza Peel

The perforations serve two main purposes: they reduce the surface area to minimize friction, making it easier to slide the pizza off, and they allow excess flour to fall away. This prevents burnt flour from sticking to the bottom of your crust, resulting in a cleaner, better-tasting pizza.

Yes, a 33cm (roughly 13-inch) head is ideal for standard home ovens and most portable pizza ovens. It comfortably accommodates a standard 12-inch pizza while leaving enough room to maneuver the peel without hitting the oven walls.

Not really. The anodized finish makes the aluminum resistant to corrosion and wear, so it is quite durable. Simply wipe it down with a soft cloth and warm, soapy water after use; avoid using abrasive scrubbers that could scratch the surface.

The tapered edge acts like a ramp, allowing you to slide the peel effortlessly under the dough without disturbing its shape. This is particularly helpful when you are transferring a raw, topped pizza from your prep surface into the oven.

The handle is 47 inches long, which is designed to keep your hands at a safe distance from the heat of a professional or high-temperature outdoor pizza oven. If you are using a standard indoor kitchen oven, you may find the handle quite long, but it provides excellent leverage and control.