International Pizza Day is one of those rare food holidays that actually deserves the hype. Not because pizza needs an excuse — it doesn’t — but because it gives you permission to do it properly. Slow down. Order with variety. Share slices. Make a night of it.
At 170 Grammi, we celebrate it the Roman way: crisp, structured pizza built on technique, and a table set for sharing. Because in Rome, pizza was never a private moment. It’s communal. It moves with the conversation. The slices disappear while you’re mid-story, and somehow that feels exactly right.
Whether you’re joining us in Surry Hills or celebrating from your couch, here’s how to do International Pizza Day with a bit of intention — and a lot of enjoyment.
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Why International Pizza Day is worth celebrating
Pizza does something simple extraordinarily well: it brings people together. It’s casual and generous and built for the middle of the table. International Pizza Day just gives that everyday magic a name and a date — and a decent reason to finally follow through on “we should catch up.”
It’s also the perfect occasion to order in a way you wouldn’t on a regular Tuesday night. More variety, more sharing, less rushing through a single pie. And if you’re going to commit to the occasion, Roman pizza is a compelling choice — because the style itself is built for exactly this kind of meal.
What celebrating “the Roman way” actually means
Roman pizza isn’t just pizza that happens to come from Rome. It’s a technique-driven style with a very clear goal: crispness, structure, and balance. The base holds its shape when sliced and passed around the table. Toppings stay distinct rather than collapsing into one rich layer. You can eat three slices of different pizzas and still feel light enough to want a fourth.
That last part matters more than it sounds. Roman pizza is designed for variety — which means International Pizza Day, eaten the Roman way, isn’t one pizza for the whole night. It’s a tasting. A proper table of options that keeps the meal moving and the conversation going.
👉 Read what Roman pizza is and what makes it different
The real hero of Roman pizza: dough technique
Most pizza conversations start with toppings. Roman pizza really starts the day before, with the dough.
At 170 Grammi, we use a high-hydration mix that ferments over an extended period. The result isn’t just flavour — it’s a specific texture: an airy, open interior with a base that bakes into a clean, structured crunch. That crunch is what makes Roman pizza so good for sharing. The last slice off the board still eats beautifully. It doesn’t go limp while you’re busy talking.
These aren’t technique decisions made for the sake of talking points on a menu. They’re the foundations that determine how the pizza actually feels — and why it works so well at a table where people are taking their time.
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How to order for International Pizza Day
The biggest shift in mindset for Roman pizza is this: don’t order like you’re eating alone. The style rewards contrast and range. Here’s a simple approach that works.
Start with something to share before the pizzas arrive
A shared starter sets the tone — it gives early arrivals something to pick at, gets everyone into a generous mood, and makes the meal feel like a proper occasion rather than just a food delivery. Think of it as the opening track before the main set.
Build the pizza order like a playlist
The goal is range. A mix that gives the table something classic, something lighter, something indulgent, and something bold. A formula that works consistently:
- One classic — your Margherita, your anchor
- One veg-forward option to bring some brightness and balance
- One richer Roman favourite for depth
- One meat-forward pizza for that satisfying, savoury finish
This isn’t a rigid rule. It’s just a reliable way to make sure no one spends the night quietly wishing they’d ordered differently.
Order in rounds if you’re making a night of it
International Pizza Day is a perfectly good excuse to linger. If the table is settling in, start with two or three pizzas and see what hits hardest — then add a round based on what you’re loving most. Roman pizza holds its structure well, but pacing keeps the energy right.
What to drink with Roman pizza
Roman pizza changes what works in the glass. Because the base is crisp and the toppings stay distinct, the flavours are clearer — brighter tomato, sharper pecorino, saltier cured meat. A drink that complements rather than competes makes the whole table feel more alive.
A few directions that work well:
- Bright whites — they cut through salt and richness without dulling anything
- Light-to-medium reds — a good match for tomato-based toppings and cured meats
- Spritz-style drinks — for that fresh, social, keep-the-evening-going energy
The best pairing is simply the one that keeps the table moving. International Pizza Day should feel lively, not heavy.
👉 Use our Roman pizza drinks pairing guide
Celebrating at home? A few moves that make it feel special
Staying in for Pizza Day is entirely valid. A few small choices go a long way:
- Order variety rather than doubling up on a single favourite
- Set the table — plates, glasses, the works — even if it’s just a weeknight
- Slice everything and put it in the middle so it’s shared, not claimed
- Slow down. Let a round land before ordering more
The Roman way isn’t about being formal. It’s about rhythm and generosity — making the meal feel like a proper moment rather than something you finished in fifteen minutes in front of the TV.
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Why Roman pizza and Pizza Day are a natural fit
There’s a reason Roman pizza feels so right for an occasion like this. It’s crisp enough to hold its shape. Light enough that you stay curious after three slices. Structured enough that the last piece off the board is as good as the first. It doesn’t beg to be eaten alone.
International Pizza Day is ultimately just a reminder that pizza is hospitality. It’s one of the simplest, most reliable ways to turn a regular evening into something that actually feels like a celebration. Roman pizza just happens to be a very good vehicle for that.
👉 Read why Roman pizza can feel crispier and lighter
Celebrate International Pizza Day in Surry Hills
If you’re in Sydney, Surry Hills is a natural fit — central, walkable, and built for the kind of evening where dinner stretches well past the last slice. Whether it’s a group catch-up, a date night, or a solo treat at the bar, Roman pizza is worth doing properly at least once.
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Frequently Asked Questions
International Pizza Day is celebrated on 9 February each year.
Roman pizza is thin, crisp and structurally distinct — it’s designed to hold its shape and keep flavours clear when sliced and shared across a table. Unlike thicker or softer styles, Roman pizza stays satisfying slice after slice without feeling heavy.
Order for variety and contrast: a classic pizza, a lighter or veg-forward option, a richer Roman favourite, and something meat-forward. That mix gives every person at the table a reason to keep reaching in.
Roman pizza is built on high-hydration dough and long fermentation, baked to lock in structure. That technique means slices hold their shape longer — so the last piece is still worth fighting over.
Absolutely. Order online for pickup or delivery and bring the Roman approach home — order a mix of styles, slice everything, put it in the middle, and share.
Drinks that keep flavours clear and the meal feeling light work best — bright whites, lighter reds, or a spritz-style option. The goal is something that lifts the pizza rather than competes with it.
