Discover how a simple pizza created for Queen Margherita in 1889 Naples became an iconic Italian dish. Learn how chef Raffaele Esposito crafted a patriotic masterpiece using ingredients that represented the Italian flag – red tomatoes, white mozzarella, and green basil. While topped flatbreads existed long before, this royal creation elevated pizza’s status from street food to celebrated cuisine, establishing a legacy that continues to influence pizza-making worldwide.
