Expo: April 13-15, 2027 
Education: April 11-15, 2027 
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Anna Crucitt

Anna Crucitt

Co-OwnerMercurio's Gelato & Pizza
Anna Crucitt is a culinary innovator with Mercurio’s Gelato & Pizza in Pittsburgh, PA, blending Italian tradition with modern hospitality. A proud member of the World Pizza Champions team, she earned international recognition by winning 1st place at the Pizza Senza Frontiere Gluten Free competition in 2025 and competing in the Gelato World Tour semifinals this past May. Beyond her award-winning craft, Anna is also a leader of the John Arena Foundation, where she helps carry forward a legacy of mentorship, community, and culinary impact.
Tue Mar 2412:45 PM – 1:45 PMShow Floor Demo Area

D03 Creating Unique Gelato Flavors

 Sure, vanilla, chocolate and strawberry are amazing. You admittedly can’t go wrong. But they’re also ubiquitous. If you’re going to offer gelato, why… Sure, vanilla, chocolate and strawberry are amazing. You admittedly can’t go wrong. But they’re also ubiquitous. If you’re going to offer gelato, why wouldn’t you want to elevate your menu and turn heads with some creative and unique flavors?  Sure, vanilla, chocolate and strawberry are amazing. You admittedly can’t go wrong. But they’re also ubiquitous. If you’re going to offer gelato, why wouldn’t you want to elevate your menu and turn heads with some creative and unique flavors?  Sure, vanilla, chocolate and strawberry are amazing. You admittedly can’t go wrong. But they’re also ubiquitous. If you’re going to offer gelato, why wouldn’t you want to elevate your menu and turn heads with some creative and unique flavors? Show MoreClick the title to see all details

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Anna Crucitt
Anna CrucittCo-Owner, Mercurio's Gelato & Pizza
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Wed Mar 259:30 AM – 10:30 AMW216

S28 Building Your Gelato Program: Crafting Recipes, Choosing Equipment, and Enhancing Your Menu

 Operating a pizzeria in today’s world means always looking for ways to stand out AND strengthen your bottom line. But have you considered that the an… Operating a pizzeria in today’s world means always looking for ways to stand out AND strengthen your bottom line. But have you considered that the answer might be… dessert?   Anna Crucitt, owner of Mercurio's Artisan Gelato & Neapolitan Pizza in… Operating a pizzeria in today’s world means always looking for ways to stand out AND strengthen your bottom line. But have you considered that the answer might be… dessert?   Anna Crucitt, owner of Mercurio's Artisan Gelato & Neapolitan Pizza in Pittsburgh, will share her firsthand experience of how incorporating gelato into her menu wasn’t just a sweet addition, but a game-changing decision for both customer satisfaction and profit margins.… Operating a pizzeria in today’s world means always looking for ways to stand out AND strengthen your bottom line. But have you considered that the answer might be… dessert?   Anna Crucitt, owner of Mercurio's Artisan Gelato & Neapolitan Pizza in Pittsburgh, will share her firsthand experience of how incorporating gelato into her menu wasn’t just a sweet addition, but a game-changing decision for both customer satisfaction and profit margins.   Anna will walk you through her own trial-and-error process of introducing gelato to her pizzeria, showing you the strategies she used to increase both check sizes and repeat customers without overcomplicating operations. She’ll explore recipe development, how to select the right equipment for the job, and more. Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

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Anna Crucitt
Anna CrucittCo-Owner, Mercurio's Gelato & Pizza
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