The Oltre la Pizza project has captured the attention of media and citizens, showing how innovation can meet solidarity and tradition.
Made possible thanks to the collaboration between Associazione Salvatore Nigrelli, Io Sano - Solutions for Dysphagia, and Antica Pizzeria da Michele in the World, Oltre la Pizza brings a pizza, dessert, and beverage menu to venues in Aversa, Caserta, Naples, Pompeii, and Salerno(details of locations here), completely free of charge and designed for those living with dysphagia.
The initiative and the faces that are part of it
The project was officially presented on Sept. 23, 2025 at the headquarters of the Archconfraternity of the Most Holy Trinity of the Pilgrims in Naples and has been featured in many media outlets:
NAPOLITODAY, IL DENARO, NAPOLI FACTORY, IL MEZZOGIORNO, IL CONFRONTO, NAPOLI VILLAGE,
SOUTH NEWS, IL MORNING, IL CORRIERE DELLA SERA
During the presentation of the project, speakers included Renata Nigrelli (president of the Salvatore Nigrelli Association) and Nadia Nigrelli (vice president), Giovan Battista Varoli (sole director Io Sano), Sergio Condurro (CEO Antica Pizzeria da Michele), Alessandro Condurro and Francesco De Luca (CEO Antica Pizzeria da Michele in the World), along with Antonio Maddalena (director U.O.C. Cure domiciliari ASL Napoli 1). It was moderated by journalist Brunella Chiozzini.
The project was inspired by the story of the Nigrelli family. In particular, the tragic experience of the loss of Salvatore Nigrelli, who has ALS, inspired the desire to create something that would go beyond - something that could restore possibility and dignity. (Heroic Phoenix)
Where you can find menus 'beyond pizza'
Starting this September, in selected locations of Antica Pizzeria da Michele in the World (Aversa, Caserta, Naples, Pompeii and Salerno) it will be possible to request a menu specifically designed for people with dysphagia, which includes:
- pizza (in Margherita, Marinara and Cosacca versions)
- drink
- dessert
All components of the menu will be offered in modified and safe consistencies, while maintaining the authentic quality and flavors of the Neapolitan tradition. The service will be free, and for those with mobility impairments there will also be a take-out option. (Io Sano®)
An open invitation
This initiative is a concrete gesture of welcome, a step towards the right to taste - even for those who experience a limitation in swallowing.
We are waiting for you in the pizzerias of Aversa, Caserta, Pompei and Salerno: join us, bring who you want, share this experience.
If you want to try the taste of the menu beyond the pizza at home you can also buy it from our website with a special offer!
