Pala, a new pop-up for the summer serving Roman-style pizzas by the slice and tiramisù, has opened its doors in Leith.
Taking over the front of Twelve Triangles’ prep kitchen on Jane Street, Pala is a collaboration between Rachel Morgan and Emily Cuddeford, the co-founders of Twelve Triangles, and pizza chef Alessio Dossena. It takes its name from pala romana, the Roman-style pizza served on its namesake paddles (pala) in Italy’s capital.
The pizzas are made with a biga (an Italian pre-ferment), using a very small amount of yeast and slow cold fermentation. The dough is then mixed the following day, shaped in large trays, and baked straight onto the oven stone. Sharing Twelve Triangles’ commitment to working with quality, often local suppliers, Pala sources its seasonal ingredients from producers including Il Fruttivendolo, The Ham & Cheese Co., Mossgiel Organic Farm, Wildfarmed and Mungoswells Malt & Milling.
Visitors can expect pala romana pizza slices with toppings such as roast fennel and salami; potato, garlic and salsa verde; and aubergine, ricotta and tomato, as well as a selection of Italian soft drinks, and homemade tiramisù to finish.
Of the launch, co-founder Rachel Morgan said: “We wanted to make the most of our front of house space and create a fun summer pop-up, serving excellent pizza that would sit in tandem with the many bars and tap rooms in the area.”
Pala is open for takeaway only, Thursday-Sunday evenings, from now until the end of the summer. Opening hours may vary and are shared on @pala.edin.
