Hungry? Whenever we talk about food delivery, first thing that always comes to mind is pizza. Since it is easy to eat, it has been everyone’s favorite companion may it be at the office or in their homes. After all, having a pizza delivery is the most convenient way to satisfy one’s hunger in any time of the day.

But before you dial any number or order pizza online, did you ever wonder about its history? Have you ever asked yourself who made your favorite pizza flavors? Well, I’m not trying to delay your meal but allow me to tell you some interesting facts on pizza.

According to some historical books, the earliest form of pizza was started by the Ancient Greeks. It is through their “pita” or bread covered with oil, herbs and cheese that pizza has evolved. Later on, other civilizations like Hebrews and Romans developed the recipe and came up with their own pizza versions.

Pizza Margherita, a type of Neapolitan pizza, took its name after a queen and not from a flower (Margherita in Italian means “daisy”). In 1889, during the visit of Queen Margherita of Savoy in Naples, was served with a unique pizza. Created by Don Raffaele Esposito, a local tavern owner, this pizza resembled the colors of the Italian flag: red (tomatoes), white (mozzarella cheese) and green (basil). Since then, this kind of pizza was called Margherita to pay tribute to the queen.

Undeniably, many people from all over the world really fell in love with the delicious taste of pizza. In fact, in America, the month of October was declared as the “National Pizza Month” in 1987. Yearly, a Pizza Expo is held in Las Vegas which is said to be as the world’s largest pizza only trade show. While in Sao Paulo, Brazil, pizza day is honored every 10thof July.

Okay enough about pizza history. Let’s go to toppings. Toppings vary greatly reflecting different tastes and preferences. Yet, when it comes to ranking, pepperoni always makes it to the top while anchovies are always on the last.

For Aussies, toppings like barbecue, shrimp and pineapple are well-preferred in their pizza. Although, if you want some Asian flavor, try the Japanese pizza which is often served with squid and eel. Or spice up your taste buds with Pakistan’s curry pizza.

Well, no matter where you are, there is always a pizza delivery to suit your taste. So, feed your cravings now. Dial the number or order online. Grab those pizza coupons and get a box. Also, don’t forget the soda. Enjoy!

Anne Pascua is the restaurant relationship manager for Menulog, Australia’s largest restaurant guide listing 20,000 restaurants. Menulog offers restaurant details, menus, reviews and has a wide range of specials.

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1924 First Winter Olympics: Fun Facts
By Becky Springdale

Chamonix 1924 First Winter Olympics: Fun Fact 1

Retrospective Designation

The French Olympic Committee organized an “International Winter Sports Week” in association with the 1924 Summer Olympics. But it was only in 1925, that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) decided to hold Winter Olympic Games independent of the Olympic Games. As a result, the 1924 International Week of Winter Sports had its name officially changed to I Olympic Winter Games.

The First Winter Games were hosted at Les Houches, Chamonix France.

Chamonix 1924: Fun Fact 2

What happened prior?

Prior to the 1924 Winter Olympics, only some winter sports were Olympic events. For example, Ice Hockey was introduced as an Olympic Event in Antwerp in 1920 and Figure Skating was an Event at the London Olympics in 1908 and the Antwerp Olympics.

Chamonix 1924: Fun Fact 3

Last medal - 1974

The final medal for the 1924 Winter Games, was presented in 1974. A scoring error was noticed 50 years after the event and the bronze medal for ski jumping was presented to the American, Anders Haugen. He was the first American to win a ski jumping medal.

Haugen had been recorded as finishing fourth and the bronze medal had been awarded to a Norwegian skier Thorleif Haug, who also won three gold medals at the 1924 Winter Games.

In 1974, at the age of 86, Haugen traveled to Norway and was given the bronze medal by Thorleif Haug’s daughter.

Chamonix 1924: Fun Fact 4

Gold recognized in 2006

Great Britain won the Gold at the Curling event at the 1924 Winter Games, although it wasn’t recognized until 2006, 82 years later.

It seems Curling was thought to be a demonstration event in the 1924 Games and it was only a campaign by The Herald in Glasgow that led to the IOC’s decision in 2006 to award the gold medal.

Chamonix 1924: Fun Fact 5

Award for No Event

A Prize was awarded at the closing of the 1924 Winter Games for the sport of “Alpinisme” or “Haute Montagne”. This is a European term for mountaineering. The prize was awarded to Charles Granville Bruce, who led the expedition that attempted the climb of Mount Everest in 1922.

Chamonix 1924: Fun Fact 6

Biathalon Beginnings

The demonstration event Military Patrol was first included in the 1924 First Winter Games. This is a combination of cross country skiing, mountaineering and shooting. The modern sport is Biathalon and this was first introduced into the Winter Olympics program in 1960.

Chamonix 1924: Fun Fact 7

1924 - 1992

The Winter Olympics would continue from the start in 1924 to be held in the same years of the Olympic Games proper until 1992.

Chamonix: Future Olympic Host?

The original buildings from the 1924 events at Les Houches are not much in evidence now although the Olympic Stadium has been rebuilt.

Currently you can ski Les Houches. The famous Kandahar piste here is home to the World Cup Downhill Championships. It is long, steep and fast.

Annecy, a town about an hour from Chamonix is contender to be host to the 2018 Winter Olympic Games.

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