News, recipes, behind-the-scenes stories, and deep dish love letters from the heart of Morton Grove, IL.
Marco DeLuca
For over five decades, guests have asked us what gives Pequod's its unmistakable edge — that golden, caramelized ring of cheese that crisps against the cast iron pan. Today, we pull back the curtain and share the philosophy (if not every last secret) behind the crust that built our legacy.
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From its origins in 1940s Chicago to its spread across the United States, deep dish pizza is more than a meal — it's a cultural institution that reshaped how Americans think about pizza.
5 min
Not all toppings are created equal when it comes to deep dish. Our head pizzaiolo shares which combinations create magic — and which ones simply don't hold up under the weight of the cheese.
4 min
Delivering a deep dish pizza is a science. We explain the insulated packaging, temperature protocols, and delivery routing that ensures every pie arrives hot, intact, and exactly as intended.
5 min
From corporate luncheons to birthday bashes, Pequod's catering brings the full deep dish experience to your venue. Learn how to plan, order, and impress your guests with legendary Chicago pizza.
7 min
Our culinary team breaks down the fundamentals of deep dish dough — the ratios, resting times, and pan-prep techniques that make all the difference when you're baking at home.
4 min
Half a century of handcrafted pies, loyal regulars, and neighborhood memories. We look back at how Morton Grove shaped Pequod's — and how Pequod's shaped Morton Grove right back.
Words can only go so far. Order Pequod's legendary pizza and taste fifty years of craft in every bite.
