Marina's Menu: PIZZETTERIA BRUNETTI, Perfect for National Pizza Month

Have you heard of Pumpkin Pizza? October is "National Pizza Month" and Pizzetteria Brunetti in the West Village has an unmatched recipe for this autumn menu special. Created by owner, Jason Brunetti this 10 inch Neapolitan pie is topped with fresh pumpkin puree infused with ground walnuts, house made mozzarella, gorgonzola, pancetta, chopped walnuts, olive oil and sea salt. The sweet of the pumpkin, with the creaminess of the cheeses, the bite of the blue, the saltiness of the pancetta and the nuttiness of the walnuts make for a rather unexpected but completely irresistible combination. The restaurant's proprietary dough yields a crisp, delicate outer crust rimmed by a fluffy cornicione puff and a tender chewy interior. Their Neopolitan wood-fired oven makes Pizzetteria Brunetti's special recipes even more delicious.

And, Pizzetteria Brunetti is offering a National Pizza Month meal for $45 that starts with meatballs sliders with Italian goat cheese and house made Calabrian pepper sauce on house baked brioche, followed by a choice of any one of their five gourmet salads to share. There is a choice of two of the menu's selected pizzas and also a delicious dessert to share. This meal package is perfect for friend's night out or a special date. It is available through October 31st, Monday through Friday from 5 pm to 7 pm, the same time as their Happy Hour so you can enjoy selections of beer and wine for $5.

West Village's Pizzetteria Brunetti, a family owned and operated Neapolitan pizza emporium first opened in Westhampton in 2009. The NYC edition opened almost a year ago and has house specialties like meatballs from grandmother's original recipe and salads. They also feature more than 20 pies and highlight daily specials.

The Pumpkin Season Pizza is available daily for lunch or dinner at $19, and can be part of the $45 dinner for two. Pizzetteria Brunetti is located at 626 Hudson Street, just north of Jane Street, New York, NY 10014. Call (212) 255-5699 or visit www.pizzetteriabrunetti.com for menus and more information.

Image: Courtesy of Pizzetteria Brunetti