02/09/2024
Happy National Pizza Day!!! ๐๐ Did you know that today we celebrate one of America's all-time favorite foods? Whether it's thin crust, Chicago-style, deep dish, or anything in between, pizza is always a winner! ๐
Check out these fun pizza facts:
๐ Pepperoni is the most popular pizza, accounting for 36% of all orders.
๐ The USA sells over 3 billion pizzas each year, and don't forget about the additional 1 billion frozen pizzas!
๐ Pizzerias make up 17% of all restaurants in the United States.
๐ The first Pizzeria, Antica Pizzeria, opened in Naples, Italy, in 1738.
๐ In 1895, Gennaro Lombardi opened the first Pizzeria in the United States, right here in New York City.
๐ On average, Americans consume a whopping 23 pounds of pizza per person every year!
So go ahead and enjoy your favorite pizza today! ๐ Drop a comment below and let us know what your go-to pizza is. Mangia !!!