Bake pizza directly onto the stone on the oven floor!
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Pizza, a beloved dish worldwide, has a fascinating history that dates back to ancient times. The origins of pizza can be traced to the ancient Greeks and Egyptians, who baked flatbreads topped with oils, herbs, and cheese.
However, the modern pizza we know today began in Naples, Italy, in the late 18th century. Neapolitan pizza was initially a simple street food for the poor, consisting of flatbread topped with tomatoes, cheese, and sometimes anchovies. The dish gained popularity and spread across Italy and eventually the world, especially after Italian immigrants brought their culinary traditions to the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Today, pizza has evolved into countless variations, reflecting diverse cultures and tastes including the incorporation of SOURDOUGH, but its roots remain firmly planted in the rich culinary history of Naples. 🍕
