USA vs. Italy

Ever wonder why American pizza looks different from the kind you see in pictures of Italy? Well, guess what? It's not just about the pizza! Both the USA and Italy love delicious food, but the way they eat is pretty different.

Fresh or Fast?

  • Italy: Food made with fresh ingredients picked that day, like tomatoes still warm from the sun. Meals are a time to relax and chat with loved ones.



  • USA: They love quick and easy meals on-the-go. Burgers, fries, and things they can grab in a hurry are their jam.


Big Plates or Small Bites?

  • Italy: Smaller portions, but more of them! An Italian meal might be like little snacks first, then some pasta, then maybe some chicken and veggies, and finally something sweet.


  • USA: They tend to have bigger plates with one main star of the show. Think giant pizzas or overflowing bowls of pasta.


Flavor Fiesta!

  • Italy: Italian food uses simple flavors that come together in amazing ways. Think fresh herbs, garlic, olive oil, and delicious cheeses.



  • USA: They love a party on our tastebuds! Sweet, salty, spicy - They food is a flavor explosion. Ketchup, BBQ sauce, cheese whiz 




Farm to Table:

  • Italy: They get their food from nearby farms, like a giant fresh market every day. It's important to them to know where their food comes from.


  • USA: They sometimes get food from faraway places, but more and more people are buying fresh food grown close by.