Adding toppings to baked flat bread can be traced as far back as the 6th century BC. In the early 1500’s, the peasants of Naples began adding tomatoes to their yeast dough. That, along with olive oil, cheese, and herbs made the meal. By the 17th century, pizza had gained popularity among visitors to Naples. Antica Pizzeria Port’Alba in Naples is believed to be the very first pizza tavern. Different sources say it opened anywhere between 1738 and 1830, and it is still open today! In 1905, Gennaro Lombardi opened up a pizzeria in New York City. Lombardi’s is believed to be the first pizzeria in North America and is still considered one of the best pizzerias in the US today.
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