Naples: Brandi, where Pizza Margherita was invented.

There are a few things that Naples is famous for. Mount Vesuvius, Pompeii, Buffalo Milk Mozzarella, Lemons and Olive Oil and of course Pizza Margherita.

Pizza commonly misconceived, did not originate in Italy but was first made by the Greeks, who topped the flat breads with oil, herbs and spices. In Italy the round flatbreads were a street food eaten by peasants until Queen Margherita of Savoy came to visit Naples, tasted one and loved it.

In her honour the Pizza Margherita was created. Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil representing the colours of the Italian flag, red, white and green.
Also in her honour, today I went to have that very pizza at the place were it was invented by Chef Raffaele Esposito.

I was expecting 'Brandi's' to be overrun by tourists, especially on this Saturday, but not so, it seemed to be an eclectic mix of local families and foreign visitors all having just a lovely bit of lunch. Most likely unaware of how historically important this restaurant really is.


Final verdict, did I like my Pizza Margherita? What do you think?


As a bonus I also enjoyed the jolly guitar entertainment that was served alongside.

Here is their website: http://www.brandi.it/