NATIONAL DEEP DISH PIZZA DAY – April 5
Wed Apr 5th

National Deep Dish Pizza Day

On April 5th, National Deep Dish Pizza Day gives pizza enthusiasts a day to commemorate one of America's favorite varieties of pizza.

Pizza enthusiasts from all around the country satisfies pizza lovers whether it's dine-in, delivered, take out, or baked. Select whatever toppings you like. This day, the deep crust that holds an incredible amount of sauce and toppings.. The deep-dish menu has a variety of combinations to choose from, similar to other styles of pizza. The deep-dish makes it if you want an all meat pizza. Top it with spinach galore to top it off. The deep-dish will cope if you order extra mushrooms.

  • The Greeks covered their bread with oils, herbs, and cheese, which some believe is the start of the pizza
  • The word was spelled "" in Byzantine Greek, meaning pie
  • By the Romans, the Romans created a sheet of dough topped with cheese and honey, which was then flavored with bay leaves
  • The Neapolitan flatbread gave rise to the modern pizza in Italy
  • The original pizza featured only mozzarella cheese, mainly the highest quality buffalo mozzarella variety that was made in Naples, Italy's immediate area
  • In 1997, it was estimated that the annual production of pizza cheese in the United States was 2 billion pounds.
  • In 1905 in Little Italy, New York's Little Italy, the first United States pizza restaurant opened in 1905
  • Pizza has become one of America's most popular meals

Deepdishpizzaday is a popular hashtag that is used to track #deepdishpizzaday on the internet

  • Make) your pizza order (or make) yours a deep dish one.
  • Top it with any toppings you like, too!
  • Give a shout-out to the pizzeria that makes the best deep dish
  • Share recipes
  • To post on social media, use the hashtag #DeepDishPizzaDay
  • Deep Dish Pizza Day isn't the same unless you're wearing socks to match! Get these and more here

Deep dish FAQ

Q. How many different cities have a pizza named after them?

A. As many people know, Chicago is best known for its delectable deep-dish pizzas. But it is not the only city to claim a pizza style. For a tour of pizza cities, check these out.

  • This deep dish pizza is a result of Detroit's deeply embedded automobile industry, as shown by this deep dish pizza. The first Detroit-style pizzas were baked in square automotive pans, giving the pizza a unique shape
  • St. Louis-style – Made with a thin and crispy cracker crust, the St. Louis-style pizza is often cut into squares
  • Do you fold your pizza? New York-style – Do you fold your pizza? Well, New Yorkers do, and the New York-style of pizza is delectable, and the New York-style of pizza is simply foldable.
  • These jumbo slices of pizza pie are...well...massive! For several people, eating one of a regular pizza slice is equal to three to four slices
  • In Nebraska, it's all about the meat topping this biscuit-style crust. A thin layer of sauce brings it all together

Q. How many varieties of pizza are there?

A. Given the variety of doughs, toppings, sauces, and cooking methods, pizzas are as varied as a dish can be. With these, you can get to the bottom of exploring.

  • Neapolitan – Simply made with fresh ingredients, including basil, fresh mozzarella, and tomatoes. – Simply made with fresh ingredients including basil, fresh mozzarella, and tomatoes
  • Stuffed – Two layers of dough are stuffed with all ingredients that usually top a classic pizza
  • With this pizza, you'll get a little more dough and Mediterranean flavors