La Sorrentina

08/18/2026

Yes, this is just our version of a trend. 😂 But if Netflix ever made a real documentary about restaurant life, it would look a little different…

It would be about how physically AND mentally exhausting it is to run a restaurant while also being the chef, husband, friend, problem-solver, buyer, seller, decision-maker…and somehow being “on” 24/7.🔥

Those 12–14 hour days are NO JOKE.

So when your wife says, “I need you for a Reel. All you have to do is sit there and look at the camera,” you sit. You look. You don’t ask questions. 🎬

Because sometimes that’s all the energy you have left.

Thankfully, Chef Daisuke is home now, resting and recharging for what’s going to be a VERY exciting week at La Sorrentina. ❤️

And speaking of exciting…

There’s going to be a NEW FACE in the house starting Wednesday. 👀🍕🔥

Stay tuned. This week is going to be fun.

08/17/2026

Apparently we’re in our kinda chic era.

Good food. Zero restraint. Leftovers secured. Chef connections from 2004. Nutella eaten in peace. 😂

Honestly, the chicest thing you can do is order exactly what you want.

And if what you want is authentic Neapolitan pizza, handmade pasta, Italian appetizers & Nutella bites in Vancouver, WA…we know a place. 😉🍕🍝

Tag your kinda chic dining partner. 👯‍♀️

08/06/2026

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT 🍕🚨

There are apparently 4 official ways to eat a Pizza Napoletana… according to our customers & staff. 😂

🌮 Contestant 1: The Taco Folder
“Why dirty utensils when one fold will do?”

📦 Contestant 2: The Bottom Tucker
A strategic fold underneath for maximum support. Engineering at its finest.

🍴 Contestant 3: Fork & Knife Royalty
Keeping it classy one perfectly cut bite at a time.

🍕🍕 Contestant 4: The Double-Decker
Two pizzas. One giant pizza. We… honestly have questions. 🤣

Here’s the thing…

Authentic Pizza Napoletana isn’t meant to be stiff or crunchy. The center is soft, delicate, and a little wetter than what many people are used to. That’s because it’s made with high-hydration dough, baked in a blazing hot 900 degrees wood-fired oven for about 90 seconds, creating a light, airy crust and a tender center that’s full of flavor.

So whether you’re Team Taco 🌮, Team Tuck 📦, Team Fancy 🍴, or Team “Let’s Make Two Pizzas Into One” 🤪…

There is only ONE wrong way to eat Pizza Napoletana…

❌ Not eating it.

Tell us in the comments: How do YOU eat your pizza? 👇🍕

08/05/2026

WOOHOO!! You asked…and we listened!

This August & September, we’re bringing back our pizza classes—and this time we’re offering TWO incredible experiences!

🇮🇹 Traditional Pizza Napoletana
🌾 Authentic Italian Gluten-Free Pizza

Whether you’ve always dreamed of making authentic Neapolitan pizza or want to master the art of gluten-free pizza the Italian way, this is your chance.

From mixing the dough to stretching, topping, and baking your own pizzas in our wood-fired oven, you’ll experience the entire process from start to finish.

And here’s what makes these classes truly special…

You’ll be learning from two pizza masters:
🍕 Daisuke Matsumoto of La Sorrentina
🏆 Johnny Marquez — International Instructor of Pizza Napoletana and Mexico’s National Pizza Champion.

Having these two share their knowledge side by side is an opportunity that doesn’t come around often, and we’re incredibly excited to bring it to our community.

✨ To make sure everyone gets personal attention, we limit each class to just 12 participants. That means you’ll have plenty of opportunities to watch closely, practice each step, ask questions, and receive one-on-one guidance.

But that’s not all…

With Johnny officially joining the La Sorrentina family this fall, we’ll also be offering more specialty pizza classes in the months ahead! 🍕🔥

Have a class you’d love to see? Tell us! We’d love your ideas.

👨‍⚕️🍕 The Dough Doctors are officially in the house!

🎟️ Spots are extremely limited and they always fill quickly.

Reserve yours by stopping into La Sorrentina or give us a call at (360) 314-4447 before they’re gone!

08/02/2026

Love brought them back to pizza. 💕

They attended the same university (UW), but it wasn’t until they both found themselves studying abroad in Rome that fate stepped in.

A friendship began over authentic Italian pizza, wandering cobblestone streets, and discovering the simple joy of sharing a meal in the country where pizza was born. Somewhere between slices and conversations, friendship blossomed into love.

Fast forward to today…

This cute couple wanted to recreate that very first pizza date—not with just any pizza—La Sorrentina pizza—one that tasted similar to the one that started it all.

It’s moments like these that remind us why we do what we do. Pizza has always been more than food in Italy. It’s where conversations begin, friendships grow, families gather, and sometimes… love stories are written. ¡Ajua!!!

We feel honored to have been a small part of helping them relive the place where their journey together began.

Sometimes, the shortest journey back to Rome… is just one perfect pie away. ❤️🍕🇮🇹

What meal can instantly transport you back to one of your favorite memories?
We’d love to hear your story cuz we love the cheeeeeeeeeeeseeeee …

Pizzas pictured here are: Quattro formaggi & salsiccia e funghi.

08/01/2026

SPECIAL OF THE WEEK

The only thing getting roasted this week… are our beets. 😉❤️

One of the best ways to BEET the heat is with something fresh, colorful, and bursting with summer flavor.

Introducing this week’s Barbbie special—a vibrant combination of roasted beets, peppery arugula, sweet mango, juicy orange, creamy goat cheese, cherry tomatoes, and a drizzle of sweet white balsamic. Every bite is the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, earthy, and refreshing.

Who says comfort food can’t be light and bright? Summer is all about celebrating the season’s freshest ingredients, and this special does just that.

Available this week only, so gather a friend, enjoy a glass of wine, and let us do the cooking while you savor the flavors of summer.

See you at La Sorrentina! 🍕❤️

📍 Vancouver, WA

07/28/2026

A beautiful write up about legacy, grit & love… thank you to our customer Chase Muro for wanting to capture our story.

https://www.everyonehasastory-journey.com/lasorretina?fbclid=PAdGRleATVvadwZG9mAmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzEyNDAyNDU3NDI4NzQxNAABp0448aJz2jSup4nYGK-bskaDRyf3Wy51uzSyVRZJ-c3JMBCm_NrxiXfVpYiO_aem_Pd_wzlBNH5wXl0eLF3Eo6Q

The smell of fresh dough baking in a wood-fired oven. House-made pasta. Imported cheeses. Italian desserts carefully crafted by hand. Every plate that leaves the kitchen feels intentional.

07/26/2026

Summer never tasted so good. ☀️🍅🍈

With the farmers’ bounties overflowing with incredible produce, we’re celebrating the season with fresh flavors that truly shine.

Yes, we’re known for our authentic Neapolitan pizza and handmade pasta, but don’t overlook our summer appetizers—they deserve their own spotlight.

✨ Burrata & Prosciutto – rich, creamy burrata paired with delicate prosciutto for a timeless Italian favorite.

🍅 Tomato Carpaccio – beautiful heirloom tomatoes topped with a refreshing melon, shallot, and fresh mint salad, finished with extra virgin olive oil.

🍈 Prosciutto, Melon & Mango – sweet summer fruit, silky prosciutto, creamy stracciatella cheese, and a drizzle of premium olive oil. Simple, fresh, and unforgettable.

These are the kinds of dishes that make you want to linger a little longer… sitting on the patio with friends, sipping a glass of wine, sharing plates, and dreaming that summer vacation never has to end.

Join us for lunch or dinner and experience the flavors of an Italian summer—right here at La Sorrentina. 🇮🇹❤️

07/22/2026

There are moments that remind you why you dedicate your life to a craft.

Today is one of those moments.

After years of passion, sacrifice, study, and countless hours in front of a wood-fired oven, Daisuke has officially been recognized by the Associazione Pizzaiuoli Napoletani (A.P.N.) as an Official Neapolitan Pizzaiolo. Even more, Pizzeria La Sorrentina has been certified by the A.P.N. as an establishment that faithfully represents the traditions, techniques, and values of authentic Neapolitan pizza.

What does that mean?

It means that every pizza we serve isn’t simply “Neapolitan-style.” It is made according to a culinary tradition that has been passed down for generations in Naples using simple, extraordinary ingredients—00 flour, sea salt, yeast, San Marzano tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella—along with techniques refined over centuries. This isn’t just food; it’s living history. A tradition so culturally significant that the Art of the Neapolitan Pizzaiuolo is recognized and protected by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

The pizza on your plate tomorrow will taste just as delicious as it did yesterday. 😊

But today, we have something incredibly meaningful: official recognition that what we’ve been pouring our hearts into truly honors the traditions of Naples.

A heartfelt thank you to Master Instructor Johnny Marquez for sharing your knowledge, your time, your patience, and your passion. Your mentorship has meant the world to us.

We are also incredibly proud to be the first pizzeria in our area to receive this recognition from the A.P.N. It is an honor we don’t take lightly, and one we promise to uphold every single day.

To our amazing community—thank you for believing in us, supporting us, and allowing us to continue doing what we love.

Every pizza we place on your table carries a piece of Naples’ history, and we are honored to share it with you.

Grazie mille. 🇮🇹❤️🍕

07/19/2026

⚽🟨🟥 Forget the yellow cards and red cards… at La Sorrentina, our new Roman-style focaccia sandwiches are the only flavor cards that matter. 😎🥪

Today the world is divided. 🇪🇸 Team Spain or 🇦🇷 Team Argentina?

But here’s the beautiful thing about the World Cup: it brings people together. Friendly rivalries, unforgettable moments… and the realization that some things are simply too good to argue about.

Like fresh, house-baked Roman-style focaccia.
Freshly sliced prosciutto.
Fior di latte mozzarella.
House-made pesto.
Premium Italian ingredients.
And a crunch worthy of a championship celebration. 🏆

No matter who you’re cheering for today, we think everyone can agree on one thing:

Great food always wins.

Stop by, grab a sandwich, watch our fun World Cup skit, and cast your vote for your favorite sandwich. Around here, every bite is a winning goal.

🇮🇹 La Sorrentina — where the only rivalry is deciding which sandwich you’ll order next.