Peel Wood Fired Pizza, located at The Park at Plum Creek, is Edwardsville’s newest restaurant. Opened on December 15th, two local owners unveil a unique, never before seen restaurant on this side of the Mississippi River.

Patrick Thirion and Brandon Case will own, operate, and manage the new restaurant.  All menu items will be prepared in an imported Italian wood fired oven. “Our pizza cooks at 800º F in about 90 seconds, developing a light smoky flavor from the wood fire.  We will have the ability to cook pizza in a fraction of the time with a unique taste and quality you have never before experienced,” explains Patrick. The restaurant allows for lunch or a relaxing dinner destination. Their approach to food is extremely fresh, exciting, and diverse, integrating flavors from around the world.

Edwardsville native Patrick Thirion grew up in an entrepreneurial family that instilled the value of dedication, hard work, and satisfaction in business ownership. Patrick’s father, the late Jerry Thirion of Thirion Photography, showed him that owning your own business isn’t for everyone, but is the only option if you want to truly express your talent. Patrick received his training at Sullivan University in Louisville, Kentucky, with a degree in Baking and Pastry. From there he expanded his knowledge of the culinary arts through extensive travel and by working at luxury hotels, country clubs, and restaurants. Patrick’s passion is Thai, Southern French, and Italian cuisine, which are reflected in Peel’s menu.

Brandon Case, also a local resident, began his culinary experience with 10 years of military service, where he had the opportunity to visit many destinations around the world. During his travels, Brandon cooked for soldiers and learned culinary techniques from people in the various countries. Brandon’s main passion is in baking and pastry, and he has been developing his skills with breads and European inspired desserts for the past 7 years.

As a new business in the Edwardsville/Glen Carbon Chamber of Commerce, Peel is ready to get involved. “We are really excited to join the ranks of residents and businesses that support and contribute to numerous charitable organizations in our community,” Brandon stated.