How Big Is the Biggest Pizza in the World
The largest pizza ever made measured approximately 13,580 square feet (1,262 square meters). It was baked in Rome, Italy, in 2012 by a team led by Dovilio Nardi, Andrea Mannocchi, Marco Nardi, Matteo Nardi, and Matteo Giannotte.
Ingredients and Record Details
The pizza, named "Ottavia," used gluten-free ingredients to accommodate dietary needs. It was officially verified by Guinness World Records as the largest pizza ever prepared. The record emphasizes scale rather than commercial sale.
Where and Why It Was Made
The record attempt was organized in Rome to promote gluten-free products and showcase modern baking techniques. Similar large-scale pizza records have been attempted in the United States and Italy, often for promotional or charity purposes. More details are available at Guinness World Records.
