
Celebrate National Pizza Day with Papa Johns
Did you know that February 9th is National Pizza Day? Grab a slice of your favorite pie and sit back to learn a bit more about one of the most versatile foods ever created.
Before pizza as you know it came to be, there was an Italian flatbread known as focaccia. Often topped with spices and olive oil, the dish paved the way for modern-day pizza. Tomato-topped flatbread came to be in the 1700s and by the 1800s, Italy was home to more than 50 pizzerias. Italian immigrants then brought the food to the United States in the late 1800s. The food was an instant success and by the 1960s, pizza delivery services were a national phenomenon. Papa Johns entered the game with traditional pizza in 1984.
Of course, not all pizza is created exactly the same. From different crusts to different slice sizes, regional pizza has reached every edge of the United States. Some are more common than others.
The best way to celebrate National Pizza Day is by sharing your favorite food with loved ones, near or far. If you’re able to gather with a group, have a mid-week celebration with a variety of pizza crusts & toppings to satisfy any craving. Or, set up a video call with long-distance friends and enjoy delicious pizza, virtually. One of our favorite ways to celebrate National Pizza Day is with a random act of kindness; send a surprise pizza to a family member you haven’t seen in a while. Nothing says “I love you” more than a savory, hot pizza!
Of course, now that you've read all about Papa Johns new NY Style and Stuffed Crust pizza, you probably don't want to wait until February 9th to dig in. Order your favorite now!