Who Invented Pizza? Biga Bite Dishes Out a Slice of Truth

October 15, 2024

Sure, everyone thinks they know pizza, but let’s cut the cheese for a sec. That oversized slice you’re obsessed with? Yeah, Biga Bite perfected it, and you could say we practically invented it. But we’ve got some guys to thank for your favorite oversized pie. We’re talking OG Roman vibes—and then those Neapolitan dudes that got involved.

So get ready, because we’re about to drop the truth on the history of pizza, why you should care, and how Biga Bite is keeping those ancient pizza gods smiling. Spoiler alert: it’s spicier (and tastier) than you think.

The History of Pizza: Early Beginnings

So, who invented pizza? Centuries before you were digging into that cheesy slice, ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans were already munching on flatbreads with toppings. When it comes to the modern pie, the guys in Naples, Italy, are the real MVPs.

The modern slices we know and love were created in Naples, and slices were a quick bite for the busy working class on the go. It wasn’t until the 1940s that the meal hit the U.S., all thanks to Italian immigrants who brought their pizza-making skills with them. Grazie, fam.

Iconic Moments: When Pizza Got Fancy

Backtrack to 1889, when Queen Margherita of Savoy had her first pizza moment. Legend has it, her chefs whipped up a pie with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and basil to represent the colors of the Italian flag. That’s how the iconic Margherita pie got its name—proof that some classics never go out of style.

Pizza 2.0: Bigger, Bolder, Better

Since then, the pizza world has evolved. Here are a few remixes you’ve probably tried (or at least heard of):

New York Style: Thin, wide, and foldable. The city’s unofficial food group.
Detroit Style: Thick, square, and crispy edges that almost make the crust the main event.
Chicago Deep Dish: More lasagna than pizza. Fight me.
St. Louis Style: Cracker-thin with Provel cheese—Google it.
Sicilian Style: All about that thick, fluffy base.

After WWII, pizza exploded in popularity in the U.S., becoming a cultural staple. Now, we eat it at parties, for hangovers, and for late-night cravings—pizza is literally the moment.

Hot Pizza Facts You Didn't Know

The word “pizza” dates back to 997 AD in Gaeta, Italy.
The first pizza delivery took place online and was also the first internet purchase (in 1994!). Talk about innovation.
Americans chow down on 350 slices of pizza every second. Yeah, let that sink in.
Originally, this meal was breakfast food. Who says you can’t have pizza at 9 AM? No judgment.

Don’t Just Crave It—Own It! Grab Your Slice Now!

Craving a meal as big as your dreams? Our restaurant serves up oversized Roman-style pizzas with a tasty side of ‘Why haven’t I been here sooner!?’ Book a table, stop by for a slice (or a whole pie), and experience the difference at Biga Bite!