Food Network star, Josh Hedquist, brings OG ZAZA to Mall of America®
The New Haven style pizzeria will open later this year
BLOOMINGTON, MN — August 9, 2023
Mall of America® is gearing up to serve guests their new favorite slice with the highly anticipated opening of OG ZAZA. From the local Twin Cities culinary star, Josh Hedquist, comes a bold and buzzworthy pizza concept that is sure to leave foodies wanting more.
Behind the pizza pies is Josh Hedquist, a name familiar to Food Network fans. Hedquist is a three-time winner of Guy’s Grocery Games, recently competed on Chopped, and has been featured on the iconic series Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives with Guy Fieri. Hedquist is now bringing his East Coast-inspired pizzas and nationally recognized talent to Minnesota’s most iconic shopping destination.
OG ZAZA is known for its personal-sized New Haven style pizzas, featuring a fermented dough that results in a crispy, charred, yet chewy crust. Each pie is cooked to perfection in just five minutes, and every ingredient is thoughtfully sourced, and made from scratch. OG ZAZA is fast, fresh, and full of flavor, crafted with the same attention to detail that’s made the brand a cult favorite across Minnesota.
“We’re proud to welcome OG ZAZA to our culinary offerings, further elevating the Mall’s vibrant dining experience,” said Carrie Charleston, Vice President, Head of Leasing at Mall of America. “Josh Hedquist’s energy, creativity, and passion for flavor are unmatched and his unique take on New Haven style pizza brings something truly special to our guests.”
The Mall of America opening marks a major step forward for the fast-growing brand, which already boasts locations in Shakopee, Saint Paul, and a fleet of mobile pizza trailers rolling through the metro area.
OG ZAZA will be located on Level 3, North and is set to open Fall 2025. For more information on new and coming soon retail, dining, and attractions at Mall of America, visit https://www.mallofamerica.com/shopping/new.
ABOUT MALL OF AMERICA
At 5.6 million square feet, Mall of America is the largest shopping and entertainment complex in North America with up to 520 world-class retail stores and restaurants; Nickelodeon Universe, a 7-acre indoor theme park; SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium; FlyOver America; Crayola Experience; and more. The Mall opened in 1992 and is located in Bloomington, Minn., minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul and adjacent to MSP International Airport. Follow Mall of America on Facebook, Instagram, X, and TikTok. Listen to So Much More – a Mall of America podcast, on all major platforms or watch on YouTube. Download the Mall of America app from the App Store for iOS or Google Play for Android.
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