Originating in Naples in southern Italy, the original pizza did not contain the traditional tomato sauce we know today. It was composed solely of Mediterranean or Arabian flatbread and garlic. Olive oil and oregano were added later. It was in the 1800’s that pizza as we know it today came into being. During a visit from the Queen of Italy, Margherita of Savoy, a pizza maker named Raffaele Esposito, invented a variation of flatbread consisting of tomato sauce, mozzarella and basil to symbolize the colors of the Italian flag. Since then, this pizza, nicknamed "margherita" in homage to the Queen, has become an institution in Italy. Today there are only three variations that can be considered Neapolitan pizza: margherita (basil and southern Appenine mozzarella), extra margherita (fresh tomatoes, basil, and bufala mozzarella from Campania), and marinara (garlic, oregano, olive oil).

Pizza is a traditional Italian dish, originally from Naples, Italy made from fresh dough, topped with various combinations of ingredients including tomato sauce, sundried tomatoes, vegetables, cheese, cold meats, olives, olive oil, etc. and baked in the oven. It is the iconic dish of Italian culture, recognized worldwide, and available in multiple variations. The art of making traditional, artisanal Neapolitan pizzas by Neapolitan pizzaïolos has been listed as a World Heritage by UNESCO since 2017. Neapolitan pizza has a unique taste that combines the softness of bread, the tangy aromas of tomato, and the smooth, creamy texture of mozzarella. When brought together with garlic and the basil, the richness and intensity bring out the true taste of Italy.