VACATION WEEK
Wed., Aug. 7, 2013
Page 19
Alexander’s brings tradition to your table
More than 38 years ago, two brothers came to the North Woods seeking summer jobs. Rooted in a strong Italian community in Chicago, pizza was the staple at home and at college. Seeing a lack of pizzerias in the area, the brothers realized a great opportunity existed and opened Alexander’s in Eagle River. Sources say the locals at the time looked down on them and called them brash boys from “Chitown.” Today, the pizzeria has become a landmark. Customers come from all over the country to taste the best pizza in the area. Even celebrities have visited Alexander’s on occasion, including professional football players; head coaches from the NFL, NBA and NCAA; hockey players; movie stars; movie critics; national sports commentators; leaders of U.S. industries; newscasters; and authors. A visiting film critic even gave Alexander’s a “thumbs up.” Although the business opened many years ago, one thing remains the same — the traditional method of making pizza at Alexander’s. The pizza is made the way Grandma Del Cristo said: “Use the best to make the best.” The ingredients used are only the finest, which the owners ensure. The cheese used is 100% full-cream mozzarella, which is straight from the most award-winning dairy in Wisconsin, along with ninemonth-aged Romano. The soul of a pizza is the crust, which is made with high-gluten flour. Adding flavor to the pizza is the thick, rich sauce created from tomato puree from pear tomatoes — the meatiest of tomatoes. The meat also is very lean, at 90% lean meat, with no soy fillers. For the more adventurous pizza connoisseurs, Alexander’s offers broccoli, shrimp, albacore and pineapple to create original gourmet pizzas. Diners also can try a delicious oven-roasted cheese bread appetizer — one-half loaf of freshly baked French bread, basted with butter, seasoned with garlic and aged Romano, covered with mozzarella, roasted to a honey-golden brown and lightly sprinkled with oregano. As one would say in Italian, “Qui si mangia sempre bene!” (Here one always eats well!) Alexander’s success is due to the quality put into each pizza. The dough is homemade and tripleraised while the crusts are rolled with care. The delicious taste of fresh butter is found in every bite of crust as well. Pizza is not the only item on the menu made with care and dedication. Savory sandwiches are made to order with toasted French bread, creamy mozzarella, California tomato sauce and your choice of ham, Italian sausage or meatballs, and any of your favorite pizza toppings. Alexander’s has a full assortment of arcade games, such as pinball, video games and several pool and foosball tables. It’s a great place to host birthday parties. Employees at Alexander’s Pizza have hailed
When it comes to pizzerias in the North Woods, one of the most popular stops for
traditional homemade pizza is Alexander’s Pizza in downtown Eagle River.
Polish Regatta planned in Sugar Camp Aug. 10
The 13th annual Polish Regatta will be held rain or shine at Pitlik’s Sand Beach Resort on Sand Lake in Sugar Camp Saturday, Aug. 10, beginning at noon. “This event is by far one of the most humorous you'll ever attend, and it’s all about getting people together for a day of laughter, something we probably don’t do enough,” said Gary Pitlik. The event will start with three land-challenge events. Teams dressed in costumes compete to determine their poll position on the starting lineup for the homemade human-powered boat race, the main attraction at the event. The theme of this year’s event is “Fairy Tales and Nursery Rhymes,” and contestants will dress in costumes and decorate boats around that theme. Brats, burgers and Pitlik’s parsleyed-buttered potatoes will be served all day. For team registration and rules or for more information, contact (715) 4794955 or pol \? ?Y?] K???K?]Z??&\?\???]Y]
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