The Turning Peel | Portland, OR, USA

Candy Yiu

Originally from Hong Kong, Candy Yiu has always been driven by curiosity, creativity, and a desire to explore the world. After building a successful career in technology and engineering, she discovered a new passion through sourdough baking and pizza-making during the pandemic – a journey that would eventually lead her into hospitality.

What began as experimenting with sourdough bread at home quickly evolved into crafting naturally fermented Neapolitan-style pizzas, where her engineering background continues to influence her approach to precision, workflow, and dough development.

In 2023, Candy opened The Turning Peel in Portland, Oregon – a sourdough pizzeria known for its warm atmosphere, thoughtful design, seasonal ingredients, and strong community connection. Deeply committed to environmental responsibility, she consciously chose to work with electric ovens and PizzaMaster technology as part of her vision for a more sustainable and energy-efficient future for the pizza industry.

Her zero-waste philosophy is reflected throughout the restaurant, including complimentary bread made from leftover dough – a small but meaningful gesture that reflects both sustainability and care for the local community.

Known for her thoughtful and innovative approach, Candy continues to inspire both guests and fellow pizza makers through her creativity, precision, and commitment to meaningful hospitality.

As a PizzaMaster Ambassador, Candy Yiu represents a new generation of pizza makers where design, technology, sustainability, and craftsmanship come together to shape the future of the industry.