National Pizza with the Works Except Anchovies Day
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Overview
National Pizza with the Works Except Anchovies Day, observed annually on November 12th, is a culinary holiday dedicated to celebrating a beloved and robust pizza combination. This day encourages enthusiasts to indulge in a generously topped pizza, typically featuring a lavish assortment of meats, vegetables, and cheeses—such as pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers—while specifically omitting the polarizing salty fish, anchovies. It's a day for enjoying the full, rich flavor profile of a 'supreme' or 'deluxe' style pizza, catering to a broad range of tastes by leaving out one of the more contentious ingredients.
Observed each year on November 12, National Pizza with the Works Except Anchovies Day invites people to pause, share the story, and bring a little themed joy to their day.
Origin and story
Many pizzerias refer to 'the works' as a 'Supreme' or 'Deluxe' pizza, indicating its comprehensive topping selection.
Pepperoni and sausage are consistently among the most popular meat toppings and are almost always included in 'the works' style pizzas.
Quick facts
- DateNovember 12
- TypeFood / Dessert
- Great forFoodies, Chocolate lovers, Home bakers
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Ways to celebrate
- National Pizza with the Works Except Anchovies Day lands on November 12 — host a quick nod with Foodies, Chocolate lovers and snap a photo.
- Share one fast fact about National Pizza with the Works Except Anchovies Day: Many pizzerias refer to 'the works' as a 'Supreme' or 'Deluxe' pizza, indicating its comprehensive topping selection.
- Post a story with #national-pizza-with-the-works-except-anchovies-day and invite others to try a tiny activity.
- Pair music, snacks, or décor that match the theme and enjoy a small break.
- Bring National Pizza with the Works Except Anchovies Day to work or school with a short shout-out in a meeting or group chat.
Fun facts
- Many pizzerias refer to 'the works' as a 'Supreme' or 'Deluxe' pizza, indicating its comprehensive topping selection.
- Pepperoni and sausage are consistently among the most popular meat toppings and are almost always included in 'the works' style pizzas.
- The specific exclusion of anchovies on this day highlights their polarizing taste, which, while loved by some, is often a strong deterrent for others.
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FAQ
- When is National Pizza with the Works Except Anchovies Day?
- It is observed on November 12 each year.
- What is National Pizza with the Works Except Anchovies Day?
- National Pizza with the Works Except Anchovies Day, observed annually on November 12th, is a culinary holiday dedicated to celebrating a beloved and robust pizza combination. This day encourages enthusiasts to indulge in a generously topped pizza, typically featuring a lavish assortment of meats, vegetables, and cheeses—such as pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers—while specifically omitting the polarizing salty fish, anchovies. It's a day for enjoying the full, rich flavor profile of a 'supreme' or 'deluxe' style pizza, catering to a broad range of tastes by leaving out one of the more contentious ingredients.
- How do people celebrate National Pizza with the Works Except Anchovies Day?
- National Pizza with the Works Except Anchovies Day lands on November 12 — host a quick nod with Foodies, Chocolate lovers and snap a photo.
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