“An Old World Culinary Experience” @ BlueDog Vista Ranch
857 Childress Road
Saint Jo, Texas 76265
940 366-4255
Ready to slow down your busy life? ….. Take a ride to North Texas Hill country and experience an artisan …… wood fired ……outdoor oven baked ……five course gourmet Italian meal.
The craftsmanship used in the construction of the fire brick oven arches, hearth and walls within the oven structure… are a time tested ancient building method employed to retain the deep soaked heat necessary for the baking of exceptional rustic country breads and Neopolitan pizzas.
From couples to large groups, Ancient Ovens delights in serving an outstanding array of
……..our five course artisan menu includes:
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Rustic wood fired oven baked Artisan country bread …..made from an 80 year old starter
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A delightfully seasoned artichoke and spinach dip with a golden brown garlic butter glaze on top….. sinfully tasteful with the bread
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Ancient Oven's famous "Italiano Teadroppas"... a light Mediterranean pastry wrapped …..olive cream cheese ….spice filled medley ….brushed with a robust garlic/butter/herb seasoning and baked to a golden brown crispness
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Main course....... the "Pizzas!" Made in the Italian Neapolitan fashion ….lightly topped with a thin, soft crust….charred from wood oven baking.
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Ingredients such as San Marzano tomatoes, hearty mozzarella, spinach leaves, thinly sliced tomatoes, pepperoni, green olives….cook to a bubbly topping with a crispy golden brown crust …….in one to two minutes …….. in the 750 to 850 degree heat of the wood fired oven
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Save room for the ...Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Dessert Pizza
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Iced tea and water …to quench your thirst
******Ancient Ovens does not sell alcohol.
Visitors are welcome to bring their own. May we recommend a visit to our next door neighbor, Arche' Winery prior to dining with Ancient Ovens. See www.archewines.com ******
$20.00(sales tax included) will get you entrance to Ancient Ovens and all the above. Bring a 20.00 dollar bill ‘cause we don’t take credit cards.
Ancient Ovens serves year round. Check our interactive calender and Call ahead for reservations. Our five course Italian cooking events generally take place on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
For dining event reservations other than these days ....call ahead and we'll see if we can make it happen.
Whether we have 10 guests or 50 guests, our dining events are served family style. Please check our calender for all event dates and showtimes. Ancient Ovens is currently an outside venue, therefore severe weather can negatively impact the evening. Please stay in close contact with Ancient Ovens for weather updates.
***************Check the Event Calender link below for currently scheduled and available dining event dates***************
Location: Coming from I-35 …….take Hwy 82 West at
Don't forget to visit Arche' Winery. www.archewines.com Located off Hwy 677…. Go ¼ mile North of the Childress Road turn on 677. Turn right on Wagoner Road.
Arche Winery is open to the public Friday through Sunday. The amiable owners, Amy and Howard will give you the tour, show you the wine making process, and sell you a really good bottle of
At Ancient Ovens, the proprietors …..Denis and Susan ….. will provide you a culinary dining experience to remember. Come join us in North Texas Hill Country. See you soon.
For More Information on
Ancient Ovens
Please Contact Us
Denis & Susan Moody
Tele: 940 366-4255
Email: ancientovens@ancientovens.com