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Pizza Pie Day arrives every February 9, marking a delicious occasion to celebrate the beloved dish that has captured hearts worldwide. Whether you prefer classic pepperoni, gourmet veggie, or a bold new creation, it’s the perfect day to indulge. Grab a slice, try a new recipe, or support your favorite local pizzeria!
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Expected Pizza Pie Day Deals
While we await official 2027 promotions to drop, history shows that Pizza Pie Day brings fantastic deals from major chains. Expect discounts from Pizza Hut, Domino’s, and Papa John’s, often including BOGO offers or special pricing on large pizzas. Keep an eye out for local pizzerias and smaller chains like California Pizza Kitchen and Sbarro to roll out unique specials. Even frozen pizza brands like DiGiorno and Red Baron might offer digital coupons or sweepstakes. We will update this page with confirmed live deals as February 9 approaches.
Platform Guide for Pizza Pie Day
Tag @nationaltoday_ and use #PizzaPieDay. Share mouth-watering photos of your favorite pizza, from classic slices to gourmet creations, or challenge friends to a pizza-making contest.
TikTok
Tag @www.nationaltoday.com and use #PizzaPieDay. Film a quick video reviewing a new pizza place, showcasing your unique pizza recipe, or participating in a viral pizza-related trend.
Mention National Today (facebook.com/nationaltoday) and use #PizzaPieDay. Share your favorite pizza memories, ask friends for their top pizzeria recommendations, or organize a virtual pizza party.
Pizza Pie Day Hero
Raffaele Esposito
History of Pizza Pie Day
Although the actual inventor of the pizza pie is unknown, some sources and food historians conclude that pizza-like flatbreads baked in mud ovens were eaten by natives in ancient Egypt, Rome, Greece, Israel, and other parts of the Mediterranean. However, the contemporary style of the cuisine traces its origin to the city of Naples in 18th-century Italy. Originally, pizza was considered a meal for the poor who couldn’t afford quality, nutritious food, and had to settle for cheap food sold by street vendors and roadside restaurants. Back then, pizza was eaten for any meal by the peasants, and it comprised of flatbread with toppings made from several ingredients like anchovies, cheese, garlic, tomatoes, and oil.
Baker Raffaele Esposito of Naples is mainly credited for the recipe and renown of modern pizza. In 1889, Esposito’s restaurant Pizzeria di Pietro baked a special pie topped with tomato sauce, basil, and mozzarella to mark the royal visit of Italian King Umberto I and his wife. Before World War II, pizza was largely a local dish eaten and sold by Italian immigrants in the U.S. However, during the occupation of Italy by the Allied Forces, soldiers resorted to eating local Italian cuisine and eventually grew to love pizza so much that the local bakers were hardly able to keep up with the soldiers’ demand for the dish. The war veterans brought their love for the Italian delicacy idea back home and largely contributed to its popularity in America.
In 1905, Lombardi’s — originally a grocery store in New York City owned by Gennaro Lombardi — became North America’s premier pizzeria. This subsequently led to the proliferation of pizza houses in New York City and all over the U.S. in later years.
Pizza Pie Day timeline
The word ‘pizza’ first appears in a document in Gaeta, a city in Southern Italy.
Peasants in Naples, Italy, enjoy pizzas from street vendors and roadside restaurants.
Baker Raffaele Esposito of Naples bakes an open-faced pie in the colors of the Italian flag to welcome Italian King Umberto I and Queen Margherita.
Gennaro Lombardi opens his eponymous pizzeria Lombardi’s in New York City.
How Businesses Can Celebrate Pizza Pie Day
Local pizzerias can offer special discounts or BOGO deals on February 9 to attract customers. Restaurants not typically known for pizza could feature a unique, limited-time pizza special on their menu. Food trucks might create a special ‘pizza-inspired’ dish, while grocery stores could run promotions on pizza ingredients or frozen pizzas, encouraging at-home celebrations. Consider partnering with a local charity to donate pizzas to shelters or community centers.
Pizza Pie Day FAQs
When is Pizza Pie Day?
In 2027, Pizza Pie Day is celebrated on Tuesday, February 9, making it an ideal mid-week pick-me-up. Plan a pizza night with family or friends to mark this tasty occasion.
How many Americans eat pizza for breakfast?
While specific 2027 figures are pending, the trend of pizza for breakfast remains strong, with over a third of Americans reportedly enjoying it to start their day. It’s a testament to its widespread love.
How popular is pizza in the U.S.?
The love for pizza shows no signs of slowing down in 2027, with the average American eating roughly 23 pounds of pizza per year. Its widespread availability and customizable nature contribute to its enduring appeal.
What's the difference between pizza and pizza pie?
While ‘pizza pie’ is largely an older, Americanized phrase, it essentially refers to the same dish as ‘pizza.’ The ‘pie’ descriptor highlights its circular form and sliced servings, though modern usage typically defaults to just ‘pizza’ for simplicity.
Pizza Pie Day Activities
Visit your local pizzeria
Celebrate Pizza Pie Day by visiting your local pizza place, or placing an order online. Many pizzerias often have special discounts and excellent offers on this day, and you might just get lucky. This way, you’ll not only be enjoying your favorite snack, but you’ll also be promoting local businesses. Don’t forget to give a shout-out to your favorite pizzeria on your social media channel.
Throw a pizza party
Of course, we won’t judge you if you prefer to enjoy your pizza alone. But, come to think of it — why don’t you invite your friends over, play games, and share a pizza pie? We promise you it’s more fun when you share.
Make your own pizza
Feeling adventurous? Why don’t you celebrate Pizza Pie Day your own way by making your own pizza? You’ll find many awesome recipes on the internet — especially on YouTube.
5 FUN FACTS ABOUT PIZZAS
Annual pizza sales in the U.S.
Five billion pizzas are sold every year around the world, and over three billion of those are sold in the U.S.
The world’s first pizzeria
Antica Pizzeria Port’Alba, the first Pizzeria in the world, opened in Naples, Italy, in 1830.
Pizzerias in the U.S.
With more than 61,000 pizzerias all over the U.S., about 17% of all restaurants in the country are pizzerias.
The most popular pizza toppings
Pepperoni is the most popular pizza topping in the U.S. and U.K., while squid is the most preferred in Japan.
The top pizza-eating days of the year
The most popular days for pizza eating and delivery in the U.S. are Super Bowl Sunday, Halloween, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, and Thanksgiving Eve.
Why We Love Pizza Pie Day
It celebrates one of America’s favorite foods
Statistics say Americans consume about 350 slices of pizza every second, which makes pizza one of America’s most-loved foods. Pizza Pie Day is a food holiday to honor this favorite flatbread that has grown to global repute from humble beginnings in Naples, Italy.
It honors pizza’s humble origin
Pizza Pie Day is more than just another day to gobble up on pizzas. It’s also a day to celebrate the food’s rich history, all the way from the ancient Middle East to Italy, and then to the U.S., where its highest consumers now reside.
It’s a day to support local pizzerias
Pizzerias contribute a sizable part to local restaurants in the U.S. On Pizza Pie Day, many of them offer mouthwatering deals for pizza lovers and provide a great opportunity to support local businesses.
Pizza Pie Day dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | February 9 | Tuesday |
| 2028 | February 9 | Wednesday |
| 2029 | February 9 | Friday |
| 2030 | February 9 | Saturday |
| 2031 | February 9 | Sunday |
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