Things I Didn’t Know About Pizza!

 

One of my favorite foods hands down is pizza so I thought I would do a little research about its origin.  997 AD is when the word pizza was first documented in Gaeta, Italy which is south of Rome on the coast. This “pizza” was basically a focaccia that had vegetables and other toppings. It wasn’t until the late 1800’s that tomato was added that is more like our pizza today.  

Pizza from Panineria in Florence, Italy.
A yummy slice in Italy

I will eat just about any pizza (except for Papa John’s – sorry Papa!).  On my trip to Italy I did find some delicious pizza in Florence along the river in a small café called Panineria.  

If you are a fan of deep dish, then you must visit Leonard’s at Millhopper in Gainesville, Florida.  I have been a fan from the day I stepped in and bought a slice when I started college at the University of Florida (Yes GO GATORS!!!)  It is a must every time I go to see my family.  

Leonardo's Millhopper - Gainesville, FL
Deep Dish to die for!
Oven-fired pie at Sedona Pizza and Pasta Company in Sedona, AZ.
Fresh Mozzarella makes all the difference…

Recently on a visit to Sedona, we ran across a small café called Sedona Pizza and Pasta Company.  If you are a fan of oven fired pizza, this is a great place to grab a quick bite. The wings were also pretty tasty!

 

If you are a Phoenix local, one of my favorite places to buy a slice is Grand Avenue Pizza at 1031 Grand Avenue, Phoenix, AZ.  It is a great place to stop in on your way home when you don’t want to cook and don’t need to eat a whole pizza!! Good prices as well!  

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