Pizza Margherita TSG: 350 Years of Culture and History in One Simple Dish
Pizza Margherita Verace: The True Taste of Naples
Golden, blistered crust, vibrant tomato sauce, fresh basil leaves, and creamy pools of melted mozzarella—Pizza Margherita Verace is more than just a dish; it’s a symbol of Naples, a UNESCO-recognized culinary tradition, and the soul of Italian street food. With only a handful of high-quality ingredients, this iconic pizza delivers bold flavor and rustic beauty. The “Verace” (true) tag isn’t just a name—it guarantees authenticity.
What makes this simple dish an Iconic one
The origins of Pizza Margherita stretch back to 1889, when Queen Margherita of Savoy visited Naples. To honor her, local pizzaiolo Raffaele Esposito crafted a pizza using red tomato, white mozzarella, and green basil—mirroring the Italian flag. The queen’s approval sealed the dish’s name and fame, but its roots go even deeper. Pizza, as a street food for the working class, had long been a Neapolitan staple, with bakers combining dough with whatever fresh toppings were available. What makes today’s Margherita Verace so special is its protected legacy and adherence to traditional methods—each pizza a celebration of Neapolitan history and pride.
The good old way of doing things
A key to its magic is the traditional wood-fired oven, essential to Neapolitan pizza-making. These dome-shaped ovens, built from stone and brick, reach temperatures of nearly 485°C (905°F), cooking a pizza in just 60 to 90 seconds. The result is unmistakable: a soft, elastic center, puffed and charred cornicione (crust), and beautifully melted mozzarella. The speed and intensity of the heat create a unique contrast of textures and flavors that can’t be replicated in a conventional oven—it's a brief, fiery transformation that turns simple ingredients into a masterpiece.
Who goes with What
Wine Pairing for Pizza Margherita Verace STG
To complement the richness of Pizza Margherita Verace, a surprising and delightful pairing comes from Penisola Sorrentina Rosso Frizzante by Cantine Federiciane. This lightly sparkling red wine from the Sorrentine Peninsula offers bright red fruit, gentle bubbles, and a soft tannic structure that lifts the tomato’s acidity and balances the creaminess of the mozzarella. Its freshness cuts through the dough's slight chewiness, while the subtle effervescence adds a playful contrast to the warm, earthy notes of the pizza. Refreshing yet flavorful, this regional wine is a natural partner to one of Campania’s most iconic dishes—vibrant, honest, and unmistakably southern Italian.
Pizza Margherita Verace is far more than a culinary icon—it is a living symbol of Naples’ history, identity, and the everyday ingenuity of its people. Born from humble roots and elevated by tradition, it reflects the spirit of Neapolitan life: resourceful, passionate, and deeply tied to the land and sea. For the paesans of Naples, this pizza has always been more than food—it’s a proud expression of culture, a testament to craftsmanship passed down through generations, and a dish that unites past and present in every warm, fragrant slice.
