Sprung On Food

The History Of Pita Pizza


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In this episode of Sprung on Food, host Kae Sprung explores guest Ally Hord's favorite dish: creamy chicken and jalapeno pita pizza. Ally, a writer for Late Night with Seth Meyers, shares the special story behind this recipe, first introduced to her by her mother.


They dive into the unique ingredients, the preparation process, and the personal nostalgia tied to this delightful snack. The episode also delves into the fascinating history of pita and pizza, tracing their origins from ancient Greece to modern-day America, while highlighting the evolution of this beloved flatbread.


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About the show:

Sprung On Food is a digital and podcast series, hosted by Katherine "Kae" Sprung, an award-winning pastry chef and food and media entrepreneur. This season, we're talking about favorite foods- the history behind them and the role they play in the world today. Each episode features a special guest to talk about their favorite food, and help comment on the historical origins and pop-cultural and modern society moments tied to that food. Its food history meets food pop-culture, a dose of education, with sprinkles of comedy.


00:00 Introduction to Pita Pizza

00:43 Ally Hord's Favorite Pita Pizza

02:15 The Recipe and Its Origins

02:51 Spring Break Memories

05:10 Making Pita Pizza at Home

10:37 The History of Pita and Pizza

12:42 The Ancient Origins of Pita

13:00 Pita's Global Journey

13:22 The Evolution of Pita and Pizza

14:27 The Birth of Modern Pizza

16:27 Pizza's Royal Endorsement

17:54 Pizza's American Journey

21:36 Pita Pizza in Pop Culture

25:23 Reflecting on Pita Pizza

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