Speaking calendar/National Pizza Day
February 9th · Cultural Insight

National Pizza Day

The global disk of joy. Pizza is the world's most popular food, but it's also a subject of intense culinary nationalism. This lesson explores whether pineapple on pizza is a crime against humanity or a sign of creative progress, and why a simple peasant food from Naples conquered every corner of the planet.

SPEAKING LESSONB1 / B2Discussion · Vocabulary · Activities
01 / LET’S TALK

Speaking Discussion

  1. Why does everyone in the world love pizza? Is it the texture, the customizability, or the memory of childhood?
  2. Should traditional pizza be protected by law (like it is in Italy), or should we be free to innovate?
  3. Is pineapple on pizza a valid culinary choice? Argue your case with passion!
  4. How has the delivery culture (UberEats, etc.) changed the way we experience a meal?
  5. If you had to design a national pizza for your country, what 3 ingredients would represent your culture?
02 / PUT IT INTO PRACTICE

Activity 1: The Pizza Lobbyist

The Task: Argue in 3 sentences why Pizza is the most healthy food in the world. Focus on the essential food groups it contains.

Activity 2: Rapid Fire Debate

Is authenticity in food just a way to make rich people feel superior?