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The Margherita pizza was created in 1889 to honor Queen Margherita of Italy, using ingredients to represent the Italian flag.

Why it is true

The red tomatoes, white mozzarella, and green basil were chosen to mirror the colors of the national flag, creating one of the most iconic dishes in the world.

Source: Food History

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