Pizza Margherita Day is observed worldwide every June 11, celebrating the iconic Neapolitan pizza named after Margherita of Savoy, the queen consort of Italy. This holiday honors the classic pizza topped with hand-crushed peeled tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, extra virgin olive oil, and fresh basil leaves, which represent the colors of the Italian flag. The origins of the pizza are linked to the Italian chef Raffaele Esposito, who, in 1889, allegedly created the dish in honor of the royal couple during their visit to Naples. Although the veracity of this legend is debated, Esposito's restaurant, now known as Pizzeria Brandi, claims to be "The Home of Pizza Margherita." On this day, people celebrate by ordering or making Margherita pizzas and sharing their experiences on social media using the hashtag #PizzaMargheritaDay.