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Juan Cárcamo

Santa Tecla, El Salvador

Born in 1971 in San Salvador, El Salvador, Chef Juan Cárcamo has been passionate about food—and especially pizza—for as long as he can remember.

Achievements

Pizzeria

La Clásica

Location

5 Calle Ote. 2-7, Santa Tecla, El Salvador

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A true pizza enthusiast since childhood, his journey from curious foodie to one of Central America’s most influential pizzaioli is marked by a deep love for culinary craftsmanship and innovation.

In 2014, he founded Pizzería La Clásica, a groundbreaking concept and the first of its kind in Latin America. La Clásica is renowned for offering a diverse range of pizza styles under one roof—including Roman, Teglia Romana, Napoletana, Detroit, and Classic—each crafted with precision and authenticity.

Driven by a commitment to quality and a vision to elevate pizza culture in his country, Chef Cárcamo now owns and operates three successful restaurants in El Salvador, becoming a reference point for artisanal pizza in the region. His work continues to inspire a new generation of chefs and pizza lovers alike across Latin America.

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