Today, January 17th, we celebrate World Pizza Day. From simple pizza to pizza with everything, pizza is the snack that unites us in the most beautiful moments of our lives, writes Rador.
A little history about pizza
Pizza is one of the most popular foods in the world, with roots in Italy and a history spanning more than a thousand years. This delicious combination of flour, water, yeast and various ingredients such as tomatoes, cheese and various types of meat or vegetables has become a global cultural symbol, enjoyed by millions of people around the world.
The history of pizza begins in ancient times, when the Egyptians and Greeks created a variety of flat doughs with different fillings. But modern pizza originated in Naples, Italy in the 19th century, when it was first sold as a cheap snack for construction workers. This pizza was simple and only contained tomatoes, cheese, and olive oil, but over time, more and more ingredients were added, such as beef, pepperoni, mushrooms, pineapple, and more.
Today, there is an amazing variety of pizza types, from the classic Neapolitan Margherita pizza with tomato, cheese and basil leaves to the American pepperoni pizza with smoked pork and red pepper. Pizza is a universal food, with different styles in every country, from ham and pineapple pizza in Denmark to seafood pizza in Japan.
Pizza is a highly valued food and a cultural symbol
Pizza is also an economical food with options for all budgets. One can find pizza for a few dollars at a fast food restaurant or for several tens of dollars at an upscale restaurant. Pizza can also be made at home with fresh ingredients and a custom recipe.
Pizza is not only a delicious food, but also a cultural symbol. Pizza is often associated with Italy and the good life, and pizza is an important part of Italian culture. It is offered as a meal option
According to Gambero Rosso reports, pizza is a highly consumed food, with 8 million pizzas baked daily in the Peninsula and a turnover of 15 billion dollars. Italians eat pizza at least once a week, and their favorite is the classic, round and simple one, writes the quoted source.
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