The San Francisco Italian Heritage Parade Committee is thrilled to announce the return of the parade to the streets of San Francisco on October 8, 2023. Renowned pizzaiolo and restaurateur Tony Gemignani and esteemed Judge Claude Perasso will be honored as the Grand Marshals for the highly anticipated event.

Tony Gemignani, a world-class pizza acrobat and 13-time World Pizza Champion, has been an indispensable figure in the culinary world. Born and raised in the Bay Area, Tony’s passion for pizza grew into numerous award-winning pizzerias across the United States, each dedicated to preserving the authentic flavors of Italy.