When will National Pinsa Day be celebrated? May 28th of each calendar year.
What is National Pinsa Day? National Pinsa Day celebrates the “pinsa,” a humble Roman street food that has evolved into a defining expression of Italian craftsmanship, heritage, and the American appetite for authentic, elevated flavor.
Rooted in ancient Rome, pinsa takes its name from the Latin “pinsere” (“to stretch or press”), describing the method early Romans used to shape their dough. And while pinsa may look like pizza, it’s uniquely its own food category thanks to a dough with a completely different structure and preparation.
Revived in the late 1990s when a Roman baker rediscovered the ancient recipe and founded Di Marco Bakery, pinsa’s modern form blends tradition with food science: a mix of wheat, soy, and rice flours paired with a long, cold fermentation. The result is what truly sets it apart: a lighter, airier base that’s crisp on the outside, soft inside, healthier, and far easier to digest than typical pizza. And it’s endlessly versatile, lending itself beautifully to both savory and sweet toppings.
What began as a Roman passion project has spread across Italy, the United States, and the world, winning over chefs, restaurateurs, and food lovers for its unmistakable character: similar in spirit to pizza, yet ancient in origin, modern in technique, and deliciously its own.
How should National Pinsa Day be celebrated or observed? Celebrating National Pinsa Day is best done by tasting pinsa with your friends and family, whether you gather at a restaurant, prepare it at home, or host a pinsa party!
Why was National Pinsa Day created? On May 28, we celebrate the official, trademarked date—May 28, 2003—when the term “Pinsa” was formally registered by Di Marco, the pioneering Roman bakery that reinvented and reintroduced this ancient culinary tradition to the modern world. This moment marked far more than a legal milestone; it signaled the birth of a new food category rooted in history yet reimagined for contemporary tastes.
By dedicating a National Day to this culinary innovation, Americans can celebrate not only a delicious, lighter alternative to pizza but also the craftsmanship, science, and heritage that define it. Pinsa’s unique blend of wheat, soy, and rice flours, paired with a long, cold fermentation, creates a base that is airy, crisp, and remarkably easy to digest—qualities that distinguish it from traditional pizza while keeping it familiar enough to love instantly.
Just as important, pinsa embodies the broader story of Italian culinary artistry: ancient knowledge revived through passion, precision, and respect for ingredients. On May 28, we honor that spirit. We celebrate a food that connects past and present and innovation and tradition all in one beautifully crafted, endlessly versatile food.
Who created this day? This day was created by Di Marco in 2025.