Let's start with the basics. What is pizza, anyway? Pizza always starts with a crust – a piece of flat bread. Today, pizzas usually have a variety of toppings, from pepperoni to pineapple. However, the idea of putting toppings on a piece of flat bread is not a new one. For thousands of years, people have taken pieces of flat bread and covered them with many delicious ingredients . In ancient Rome, flat bread called "focaccia" was first topped with oils and herbs. In Greece and the Middle East, flat "pita" bread was often wrapped around meats. Pitas were also stuffed with vegetables or dipped in sauces. Many cultures around the world share a common idea: putting toppings on a piece of flat bread is delicious!
