The iconic pizza "Margherita," representative of Naples, is loved by people around the world for its simple yet deep flavor. However, did you know that the creation of this pizza is connected to an unexpected relationship with the Italian royal family?
The Pizza Created for the Queen
It was 1889, a time shortly after the unification of Italy. During this period, the House of Savoy...King Umberto Iand his queen, Margherita of Savoy.Queen Margherita of SavoyIt was during their visit to Naples.
At the time, pizza was a popular food among the common people of Naples, but it was unfamiliar to the royal family. Therefore, the famous pizza maker from Naples,Raffaele Esposito,created a special pizza for the queen.
The pizza he created represented the three colors of the Italian flag: **tomato (red), mozzarella cheese (white), and basil (green)**. This combination of colors symbolized Italy's pride as a unified nation and became a true representation of the new era.
With the queen's approval, Margherita pizza began to spread widely.
Queen Margherita, after tasting the pizza, was so impressed by its deliciousness that she praised it highly, saying, "This is truly worthy of a queen's name." In honor of the queen, Esposito named the pizza "Pizza Margherita."
Because it became the queen's favorite, this pizza spread throughout Naples, eventually gaining popularity across Italy and then worldwide.
The charm of Margherita lies in its simplicity, yet it is deeply flavorful.
The charm of Margherita lies in its simplicity. With just three ingredients, each element harmonizes to create a fragrant and rich flavor.
In Naples pizzerias, Margherita pizza, baked in traditional wood-fired ovens, is still loved today, and its recipe has been passed down unchanged for over 130 years.
Next time, we will explore another iconic Italian dish. "Ragù Bolognese" We will introduce the history and charm of "Ragù Bolognese"!
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