Steven Larson, better known online as the Wizard of ZA, is an Arizona pizza connoisseur. He has visited just about ever single pizzeria in the state, raking over 100 of them every year on his Instagram. Steven also has become known for his yearly brewers bracket, a fun interactive brewery ranking tournament mimicking March Madness. Since the first issue of A Taste of AZ Magazine Steven has been our resident AZ pizza expert, so check out some of his favorite spots below!

Steven’s Recent Articles

Margherita Pizza at Pizza to the Rescue in Phoenix

pizza to the rescue | pizza in phoenix

In the heart of Phoenix, a groundbreaking pizzeria is turning heads and making a difference. Pizza to the Rescue, located at Indian School & 26th Street, is not just another spot for a pie; it’s

Food Spread on Patio at Moonpie Pizza in Phoenix, AZ

moon pie pizza | food & cocktails in dt phx

Moon Pie Pizza & Patio, Phoenix’s newest pizza spot, is bringing a new and fresh vibe to the old spot that used to house Teddy’s Preserve. Located in the heart of Phoenix on the northeast

Pizza at Myke's Pizza in Cider Corps in Downtown Mesa, Arizona.

crazy az pizzas

The debate has raged on since the beginning of time:  what does and doesn’t belong on pizza? I am not one to judge what should or should not be on a pizza. I absolutely love

best pizza by the slice in az

Slices on Mill Looking for the best pizza by the slice in Tempe? Slices on Mill has been a Downtown Tempe staple for over 20 years. Anyone who has attended ASU or spent time on

penelope pizza | best restaurants in tucson

Penelope Pizza, located in Tucson, is situated on Broadway Boulevard and Herbert Avenue, just south of Hotel Congress and the Rialto Theatre. If you’re an out-of-towner, at first glance, it’s possible you might walk right

Pizza from L'Impasto Food Truck in Phoenix AZ

Must Try Food Trucks in Phoenix and Beyond

The Phoenix restaurant scene is flourishing more than ever. But, one component that is often overlooked is the valley’s epic lineup of food trucks. Here are some of our recommendations for must visit food trucks

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