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Today is National National Cheese Pizza 🍕 Day People have been eating pizza, in one form or another, for centuries. As far back as antiquity, pieces of flatbread, topped with savouries, served as a simple and tasty meal for those who could not afford plates, But it was in late 18th-century Naples that the pizza as we now know it came into being. Under the Bourbon kings, Naples had become one of the largest cities in Europe As the urban economy struggled to keep pace, an ever greater number of the city’s inhabitants fell into poverty. The most abject of these were known as lazzaroni, because their ragged appearance resembled that of Lazarus. Pizzas met food this needs of these peope. Sold not in shops, but by street vendors carrying huge boxes under their arms, they would be cut to meet the customer’s budget or appetite. When the first cookbooks appeared in the late 19th century, they pointedly ignored pizza. While on a visit to Naples in 1889, King Umberto I and Queen Margherita grew tired of the complicated French dishes Pizzaiolo Raffaele Esposito developed the classic pizza margherita in her honour. #food #economy #europe #pizza #pizzeria #foodscience #italianfood #italiancuisine #science #infographic #europe #foodscienceandtechnology #pizzatime #foodchemistry #chemistry #nationalday #pizzas #pizzalove

Today is World Pizza 🍕 Day People have been eating pizza, in one form or another, for centuries. As far back as antiquity, pieces of flatbread, topped with savouries, served as a simple and tasty meal for those who could not afford plates, But it was in late 18th-century Naples that the pizza as we now know it came into being. Under the Bourbon kings, Naples had become one of the largest cities in Europe As the urban economy struggled to keep pace, an ever greater number of the city’s inhabitants fell into poverty. The most abject of these were known as lazzaroni, because their ragged appearance resembled that of Lazarus. Pizzas met food this needs of these peope. Sold not in shops, but by street vendors carrying huge boxes under their arms, they would be cut to meet the customer’s budget or appetite. When the first cookbooks appeared in the late 19th century, they pointedly ignored pizza. While on a visit to Naples in 1889, King Umberto I and Queen Margherita grew tired of the complicated French dishes Pizzaiolo Raffaele Esposito developed the classic pizza margherita in her honour. #food #economy #europe #pizza #pizzeria #foodscience #italianfood #italiancuisine #science #infographic #europe #foodscienceandtechnology #pizzatime #foodchemistry #chemistry #nationalday #pizzas #pizzalove #italy

Beware the Ides of March! The Ides of March is a day in the Roman calendar that falls on March 15. It is associated with misfortune and doom and was a deadline for settling debts in Rome. The Ides of March is best known as Julius Caesar's assassination date in 44 BC. Did you know that the Ceasar Salad is a Mexican dish? Caesar salad was invented in the early 1920s by Caesar Cardini, an Italian chef who owned a restaurant in Tijuana, Mexico. He moved to Tijuana from California to avoid Prohibition, and it was here, on July 4th, 1924, that Caesar is believed to have invented the Caesar Salad. But honestly, any salad can be a Ceasar Salad as long as you stab it 23 times. #idesofmarch #caesar #marketing #brandmarketing #salesandmarketing #influencermarketing #linkedinsalesnavigatoruser

In ancient times, people in Rome, Egypt and Greece would eat flatbreads with various toppings. At that time, the flatbreads resembled modern focaccia more than pizza, but the origins of pizza can be traced all the way back to those flatbreads. flatbreads with different toppings on them. At that time, the flatbreads resembled modern focaccia more than pizza, but the origins of pizza can be traced all the way back to those flatbreads. Pizza as we know it today originates from the Italian city of Naples, in the Campania region. During the 18th and 19th century, Naples was a densely populated city, which meant that there was a high population of working-class and poor people, who could only afford to eat food that was inexpensive and quick to eat. Pizza was invented to satisfy these needs - flatbreads were cheap and easy to make, and they would top them with cheese, tomatoes, garlic and oil. flatbreads were cheap and easy to make, and they would top them with cheese, tomatoes, garlic and oil. In 1889, the Italian King and Queen (Margherita of Savoyeen) visited Naples and, tired of eating bland French food, sat for an assortment of pizzas from Pizzeria Brandi. They enjoyed it so much that the popularity of pizza rose all around Italy. The Queen's favorite pizza was one topped with mozzarella, tomato and basil, which we know today as Pizza Margherita, named after the Queen. #historyofpizza #pizzaorigins #pizzahistory #italianfood #pizzalovers #flatbreadtoppings #neapolitanpizza #pizzamargherita

February 9th has been the official World Pizza Day since 2000 and people all around the globe celebrate with this cheesy dish. Most people enjoy pizzas, whether you are celebrating, moving to a new house, crying in front of “The Notebook” or grabbing a slice between meetings on the busy streets of New York – pizza is the go-to food for many. But did you know that UNESCO put the Neapolitan Pizza on their list of intangible cultural heritage in 2017? Here are some of its interesting facts: 1. A pizza named after a Queen: The world famous traditional “Margherita” pizza is supposedly named after Queen Margherita who visited Naples in year 1889 with her husband, King Umberto I. The famous pizza-maker Raffaele Esposito was asked to create three different pizzas for the royal couple, and whilst the first two did not suit the Queens taste buds, the third one was a hit. The story says that the Queen loved that the pizza had the Italian flags color in the basil, tomato sauce and cheese. Raffaele Esposito then decided to name this, now classical, pizza after the Queen and that is how the now-favourite pizza got its name. 2. Pizza consumption around the globe: We all know that pizza is the favorite food for millions of people, but how much pizza is actually consumed every year? More than 5 billion pizzas are sold worldwide each year! When you are looking at the highest consumption per capita, Norway is actually the winner with the most pizza consumed on a per-person ratio, with about 5 kg consumed on average per year per person. 3. The most expensive pizza in the world: Most pizzas we have eaten have a reasonable price tag. But the most expensive pizza in the world will make you genuinely shocked. The Louis XIII pizza has a price tag of $12,000! #pizza #pizzalover #pizzaparty #pizzalove #pizzahut #pizzatime #italianfood #pizzaria  

I can't believe we are only ONE MONTH away from World Trade Center Institute's annual Maryland State of the Ports & Global Flavor Showcase! 🚢 🏗 ✈ 🚂 ⚓ Thank you to our co-hosts Maryland Department of Transportation, Maryland Port Administration and Ports America Chesapeake! This event After the devasting collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, the Port of Baltimore and our port community continue to masterfully maneuver through unprecedented supply chain disruptions and other challenges facing the entire global community. Through all the challenges over this last year, this community has been a model for stability and growth and the future is bright for the Port of Baltimore.  Unprecedented investments are being made into one of the top economic engines for Greater Baltimore, the State of Maryland, and the entire Mid-Atlantic region. The State of the Ports event highlights the vital role that the Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport play in making our region a hub for international business. Attendees will have the chance to network with local importers, exporters, distributors, developers, freight/logistic operators, business leaders, and government officials who work and operate within the port community. This year’s breakout sessions will bring together expert leaders for discussions on: ◾ Known Unknowns on the Horizons for Supply Chains ◾ The Logistics of Workforce Development The Global Flavor Showcase will offer wines, beers, and spirits featured from Embassies and imported worldwide right through the Port of Baltimore! Additionally, this year we will showcase various local and global cuisine from restaurants throughout Baltimore and the region.  🍷 🧀 🍺 🍜 🌮 🚨 You DO NOT want to miss this event ❗❗❗ 🔶 Attend! See below for link to purchase tickets to this SELL OUT event! 🔷 Sponsor: Contact me if your company is interested in sponsoring this unique event. Sponsorship are tax-deductible!! #StateofthePorts #SOP2024 #GlobalFlavorShowcase #GlobalBusiness #MarylandBusiness #BaltimoreBusiness #Ports #SupplyChain #WorkforceDevelopment #WTCI #ConnectGloballyProperLocally

National Burrito Day Today On the first Thursday of April, National Burrito Day celebrates one of North America's favorite Mexican foods. The dish, which consists of a corn tortilla filled with a combination of delicious ingredients, is something that appeals to anyone, whether they like chicken, beef, or prefer vegetables, which explains its popularity. Burrito lovers will be happy to know that many restaurants offer National Burrito Day deals and discounts, so you can commemorate this day by having a burrito for every meal if you feel like it! History of National Burrito Day There is no information about who invented National Burrito Day, or when they did it. But the history of burritos as a dish, and its arrival in America is well documented. Although burritos have likely existed for longer, the first mention of this dish appeared in the Dictionary of Mexicanisms in 1895. Burrito in Spanish means "little donkey", and it is believed that burritos were given their name because when they are rolled they look like the bedrolls that donkeys would carry on their backs at the time. A burrito was defined as being a "rolled tortilla, with meat or other food inside." and was very popular in Guanajuato and Guerrero, in Mexico.  Although Mexican migrant workers brought their love for burritos into California in the early 20th century, burritos weren't popular with the American population until the 1930s, when restaurants began serving their own version of the burrito. While Mexican burritos have only meat and beans as fillings, Americans reinvented the burrito to include many ingredients such as meat, cheese, salsa, vegetables, and of course, controversially, rice. The first American restaurant to sell burritos was the El Cholo Spanish Cafe in Los Angeles.  From Los Angeles, the burrito became popular across the entire country sometime around the 1950s, and it became even more accessible to families when the frozen burrito was invented in 1964. There are now many variations of the burrito, such as fried burritos, breakfast burritos, and the endless possibilities of fillings mean that this is a dish that can be enjoyed by everyone. #NationalBurritoDay #BurritoLove #FillYourFeedWithBurritos #BestBurritoEver #CantLiveWithoutBurritos #BestRestonRealtor #RestonRealtor @RealtorLion

Savor the Flavors of Spain with this grilled Spanish mackerel with garlic, orange, lemon, and pimentón. This delight has a layer of smokiness and char. Perfect for Lent! Mackerel fish comes from warm seas, particularly in the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. The flavorful, rich, and oily nature lends itself well to various cooking methods, such as grilling, baking, marinating, pickling, broiling, or smoking. I love it grilled because it's easy and simple and you can prepare the sides while the fish is cooking. Pair with a green salad dressed with vinegar and olive oil and green plantain chips, or potatoes. Latin American regions prepare fish during Lent which reflects local culinary traditions and cultural influences. Ceviche and whole-fried fish are popular in coastal regions. The practice of abstaining from meat during Lent is rooted in the Catholic tradition, symbolizing penance and reflection. Eating fish has historical connections to Christian symbolism, and is seen as a way to honor this tradition. ---- Discover the essence of Latin America’s richness with me – I'm Amalia, your gateway to traditional culinary expertise and profound cultural insights that establish a closer connection with the Latin demographic through authentic experiences in the areas of culinary consulting and speaking. My work, events, and Signature Hispanic Heritage Month presentations (in-person and virtual), offer businesses a strategic way to build relevance, inclusion, and influence. Learn more: AmaliaLatinGourmet.com. #culture #experiences #whatinspiresme If you want to stay up-to-date with us, follow our Page.

No plans for Friday night? Having a blast on National Pizza Party Day is no pie-in-the-sky idea. Pizza is the very definition of a good time. Whip up something at home or head out to a wild pizza place for food and fun. 🍕🍕 Although mainly considered an Italian dish, pizza has seemingly existed forever. The ancient Greeks used to flavor their flatbread with oils, herbs, and cheese, while Persian soldiers used to bake their own pizzas on the hot surfaces of their shields. Traditional pizza is also known as Neapolitan pizza, and it originates—as the name suggests—from Naples around the middle of the 16th century. ❓: Are you a pizza lover? #NationalPizzaPartyDay #PizzaPartyDay #ZempelInsurance #LakeMillsOffice #LakeMills #LakeMillsInsurance #PizzaFacts #PizzaLover #PizzaTime #PizzaNight #PizzaOrigin #PizzaTrivia

Today is National Pizza Day! Before World War II, pizza was little known outside of Italy or Italian immigrant communities. This cheesy disc went from a niche cultural meal to the star of the show anywhere it turns up!   Though flatbreads with toppings were consumed by ancient Egyptians, Romans, and Greeks, the modern birthplace of the pizza is southwestern Italy’s Campania region, home to Naples. Founded around 600 BC as a Greek settlement, Naples in the 1700s and early 1800s was a thriving waterfront city. The Neapolitans required inexpensive food that could be consumed quickly. Pizza — flatbreads with toppings that can be eaten for every meal — fulfilled this need. These early pizzas featured tasty toppings such as tomatoes, cheese, oil, anchovies, and garlic. More well off Italian authors judged Naples’ innovation, often calling their eating habits disgusting. Some facts: Every year, four billion pizzas are sold in the U.S.. For every man, woman and child in the U.S., over 23 pounds of pizza is consumed. That is a lot of pizza. There is only one way to celebrate National Pizza Day, and that is by enjoying it in one of its many forms. Go out to your local pizzeria and grab a slice, throw a pizza party or simply take home a frozen pizza. What‘s your favorite pizza?