In the late 1800's a handful of Italy's finest piazzaiolos (pizzamakers) migrated to New York City bringing with them the recipe for "old world" style pizza.

Each morning, dough was prepared fresh, topped with the finest ingredients, and charred to perfection in a coal-fired brick oven.

Over 100 years later, Cassie's Pizzeria proudly brings this authentic art Englewood, New Jersey and Orangeburg, New York.

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Saul Ventura was born in El Salvador. At the age of 20, he came to the United States. He began his career working at local Bergen county restaurants such as Zagat rated Truffles Restaurant in Fort Lee, New Jersey. He worked his way up to sous chef at highly rated Nola's of Emerson.

In 1999, he joined Cassie's Restaurant of Englewood. He is now Head Chef.

Our Orangeburg Chef

Born in Panama, Gerry Garay began working in local restaurants at the age of 16. Gerry attended the prestigious Culinary Institute of America in New Hyde Park, New York. After graduating in 1993, he began working at a top New Jersey hotel.

In 1998, Gerry helped launch Cassie's Restaurant in Englewood, New Jersey. He was influential in designing the menu and creating innovative signature dishes.

In 2000, he was sous chef at Ninety Grand Grille in Englewood, New Jersey.

He rejoined the Cassie's Restaurant team as the Head Chef at the Orangeburg, New York location.