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Why did d.o.c ship a custom Manna Forni oven from Italy to Singapore? Discover the engineering behind the perfect Neapolitan bake and our commitment to quality. More Than Just an Oven When we planned our new location at Marina One , we knew we couldn't settle for a standard oven. To serve La Vera Pizza Napoletana , we needed a masterpiece of engineering. That’s why we commissioned a custom-built Manna Forni  oven, handcrafted in Italy and shipped halfway across the world to t

Is it Authentic?   Walk into any Italian spot in Singapore and you’ll find "Neapolitan" or rather, “Napoletana” on the menu. But at d.o.c , we believe authenticity is in the details. If you want to eat like a true Neapolitan, look for these three pillars: 1. The "Cornicione" (The Edible Cloud)  Look at the rim. Is it flat? If so, it’s not Neapolitan. A real cornicione  is puffed, tall, and filled with air. When you press it, it should spring back like a pillow. Those dark "le

The 800°F Secret At our new home in Marina One , the heart of our kitchen is our specialized stone oven. To create a true Neapolitan masterpiece, we don’t just "cook"—we flash-sear. By hitting temperatures of up to 800°F (or 427°C) , we trigger a transformation known as the "Oven Spring." The Artisan Balance While tradition loves a 90-second bake, a d.o.c pizzaiolo  knows that true perfection can’t be rushed by a stopwatch. We manually monitor the flame to protect the integri

Host your next corporate event, birthday, or networking dinner at d.o.c Marina One. Discover why Prosecco is the soul of Italian hospitality in the Singapore CBD. L’Acqua fa male, il vino fa cantare! (Water is bad for you, wine makes you sing!) In Italy, we don’t save Prosecco for grand weddings or once-a-year milestones. We pop a cork because it’s Tuesday, because the sun is out, or simply because someone said “Aperitivo?”  At d.o.c Marina One , we’re bringing that high-ener