National Pizza Week

National Pizza Week celebrates pizza during the second full week of January. The observance gives pizzerias an opportunity to connect with their communities and share their love of pizza, according to Pizza Today.

Pizza has a long history as a versatile, customizable food. One account places the birth of modern pizza in late-18th-century Naples, where it was sold in the streets, while Italian immigrants brought it to the United States in the late 19th century. Lombardi’s in New York City, which opened in 1905, is generally regarded as America’s first pizzeria. Today, classic and creative combinations of crusts, sauces, cheeses, and toppings give pizza plenty of variety to explore.

The founder of National Pizza Week is not documented in the available evidence, but the observance is associated with pizzerias and pizza lovers enjoying the dish throughout the week.

How to Observe National Pizza Week

Celebrate by ordering a favorite pizza from a local pizzeria, trying a style or topping you have never had before, or making a pizza at home. Invite friends or family to a make-your-own pizza party with several toppings and crust options, or sample a different pizza place during the week. You can also learn more about pizza’s history while enjoying a slice.

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