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A Slice of Heaven: A History of Pizza in America

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  • 31. Posted by Manda C on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:24 am PST

    I'm an American GI stationed in ITALY- and it's HARD to find Pizza this good in the States. So, we DO still crave the TRUE Italian style Pizza while back home. CIAO, Gratzie

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  • 32. Posted by my_myluv on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:24 am PST

    if you have been to italy and taste it the pizza over there. then have never taste it the real thing.

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  • 33. Posted by metalbasex on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:25 am PST

    The Legendary Danny O'Doul has eaten as much pizza as anyone on Long Islad (Wemphis area) and he holds the record as the greatest "hooverer" of the slice in American history. See him "hoover" the slice at www.myspace.com/dannyodoul

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  • 34. Posted by dtaylorseducktive on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:25 am PST

    pizzeria regina in boston rocks!

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  • 35. Posted by metalbasex on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:26 am PST

    The Legendary Danny O'Doul has eaten as much pizza as anyone on Long Islad (Wemphis area) and he holds the record as the greatest "hooverer" of the slice in American history. See him "hoover" the slice at www.myspace.com/dannyodoul

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  • 36. Posted by Gregory McCann on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:26 am PST

    Brooklyn wrote the book!

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  • 37. Posted by andy s on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:26 am PST

    Windsor Ontario has the best pizza in North America. ARMANDO'S / PIZZA KING / CAPRI / NAPLES / SPAGO(ERIE ST)

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  • 38. Posted by sdg559 on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:26 am PST

    Eddie's Pizza in New Hyde Park, NY. Pizza is the Best !!!!!!! Good Old fashion service and the staff is great !!!!!!

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  • 39. Posted by jewish pizza on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:27 am PST

    if u come to flatbush in brooklyn there are many great jewish pizza stores, everything is handmade and fresh i would personally suggest netanyas on j and 16th if anybodys from around there

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  • 40. Posted by yp_john_seattle_872 on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:28 am PST

    I love reading about the history of food; it makes me hungry though!

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  • 41. Posted by Pizza Guy on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:28 am PST

    Hey... how can you do a brief history of pizza in America and not at least mention Chicago-style pizza?

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  • 42. Posted by guy on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:29 am PST

    I was lucky enough to grow up in New Haven. I now live in the south and these folks wouldnt know a good pie if it hit them in the head. Same kind of folks who think Olive Garden is good. Poor souls!

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  • 43. Posted by eskopepa on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:29 am PST

    If anybody is from the east coast and currently lives in southern cali, you got to try Massimos Pizza in Costa Mesa. Unbelievable!!

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  • 44. Posted by Mike T on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:29 am PST

    My highest-rank favorite food - ever! Seriously. All I can say is (a la Homer Simpson): "Mmm....pizza!"

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  • 45. Posted by pamclong2 on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:29 am PST

    Try Qweens Pizza on belcher Rd in Clearwater...best around

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  • 46. Posted by cliffaine on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:29 am PST

    italian pizzas are still the best!

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  • 47. Posted by *Jay Bee* on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:29 am PST

    if you want really good pizza,try "aloys " or "emilianos " in poughkeepsie, new yawk....pizza hut pizza tastes better warmed up , than it does fresh, and forget dominoes , pathetic dough .

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  • 48. Posted by Judy H on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:29 am PST

    I'm from Indiana, now I live in California, but the best Pizza around is the Pizza King in Indiana, all their food including the subs are really fantastic, don't have any idea what they do to it, but it is the best ever, wish their was one here in California, at least I can call them up and they would ship me some here, if you ever make it to Indiana, look up the Pizza King's, there are plenty around, at least give it a try

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  • 49. Posted by Gravy Mann on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:30 am PST

    Chain Pizza joints haven't taken over completely...at least, not YET. If you're ever in Austin, Tx, try Saccone's Pizza & Subs. A TRUE family owned pizzaria, they bill themselves as 'Pizza With a Jersey Attitude'. True to form, the crust is made fresh daily in their shops (only 2 locations, now that one's burnt down), and made thin-crust style. Think it won't fill you up? ALL of their 'pies' are 18". That's 2" larger than any chain shops' X-Large. As the crust IS thin, and the sauce is homemade, keep THIS in mind...the fewer toppings, the better the slice. 3 cheese slices will fill ME up, and I'm a big guy (240lbs)!

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  • 50. Posted by Blue Dog on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:30 am PST

    Aside from fresh ingredients, using brick ovens is a must. To the best of my knowledge, that's mainly a tri-state thing. I'd take Papa Johns and Domnios over Pizza Hut. Forget Little Ceasars. They always offer multiple pizzas for some ridiculous price. If it's too good to be true - it probably is.

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  • 51. Posted by kristy on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:30 am PST

    I don't see how a person can eat a pizza and not believe in God. Pizza is wonderful.

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  • 52. Posted by Deirdre M on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:30 am PST

    San Diego: DeLuca's and DeMille's have the best pizza, and they deliver!

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  • 53. Posted by Walty on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:31 am PST

    Bennys Pizza in Wenonah, NJ is THE BEST pizza in the Wenonah/Woodbury Heights area of Southern NJ. When Bennys is closed...theres always Gia Ninas!

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  • 54. Posted by Angie D on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:31 am PST

    Cappo's pizza in Geneva OH is probably one of the best pizza places around!

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  • 55. Posted by Eights-N-Aces on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:31 am PST

    Pepe's was one of the best pies in the New Haven area, It's still a GREAT pie, and the brick ovens never go cold. There is some other notable places in the area that make a decent pizza as well. Some of you may never experience New Haven pizza. You can always shoot me an email, and we can work something out!! Bon Appetit !

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  • 56. Posted by putiferiosberla on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:31 am PST

    pizza hut doesn't produce pizza. That's not pizza. That's s....

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  • 57. Posted by Eric on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:31 am PST

    I believe nothing compares to a little hole in the wall, mom and pop type pizza parlor. Fortunately for me I have such a place in my neighborhood called Fatman's Pizza and Bakery. By far the best pie I have ever that the pleasure of eating, whether it be traditional Italian or thin New York style.

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  • 58. Posted by Anton J on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:32 am PST

    In and around New Haven (aside from the place[s] mentioned above), I'll say Aladdin's (Crown St., New Haven), Naple's (Wall St.), (and the pizzeria on Campbell Avenue, West Haven--on the plaza next to the beach). It's to die for.

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  • 59. Posted by jetxxx420 on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:32 am PST

    go to Italy and you'll find out what the word pizza really means and what truly delicious pizza really is -- Desideri di pizza, via Federico Ozanam - benessimo pizza

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  • 60. Posted by Rae on Mon, Nov 05, 2007, 12:32 am PST

    George's in Pella, IA. The crust is thin and flaky, the sauces is understated, and the toppings are just enough.

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