Pizza pies originated in what country?

While many ancient cultures created flatbreads with various toppings, the modern dish we recognize as pizza has its definitive roots in the city of Naples. In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, this bustling port city had a large working-class population in need of inexpensive, fast food. Local vendors began selling simple flatbreads topped with ingredients like garlic, lard, salt, and, crucially, tomatoes, which had been brought over from the Americas and were becoming a staple in the area.

The dish's most legendary moment occurred in 1889 when Queen Margherita of Savoy visited Naples. A local pizza maker named Raffaele Esposito created a pie for her featuring the colors of the new Italian flag: red tomatoes, white mozzarella cheese, and green basil. The queen adored the patriotic creation, which was