The Rise of Pizza Culture in North America: A Cultural-Historical Analysis of Food Democratization in Canada and the United States

November 20, 2024November 20, 2024 Discipline: Communications and Media
The Rise of Pizza Culture in North America: A Cultural-Historical Analysis of Food Democratization in Canada and the United States

Abstract:

This study proposes to examine the transformation of pizza from an Italian immigrant food to a cornerstone of North American food culture, with particular emphasis on its evolution in Canada from 1950-2024. Using theoretical frameworks from food anthropology and cultural studies, we analyze how pizza became a transcultural phenomenon that reflects broader patterns of cultural hybridization and food democratization. 
 ## Research Questions
1. How did pizza evolve from an ethnic specialty to a mainstream North American food staple?
2. What role did Canadian cultural and economic factors play in shaping unique regional pizza traditions?
3. How does pizza’s evolution reflect broader patterns of cultural hybridization in North American foodways? 
 ## Theoretical Framework 
 ### Primary Theoretical Lenses:
1. **Cultural Hybridization Theory** (Burke, 2009)
– Analysis of how pizza adapted to local tastes while maintaining cultural authenticity
– Examination of fusion varieties unique to Canadian regions

2. **Food Democracy Framework** (Lang, 2005)
– Investigation of pizza’s role in democratizing ethnic cuisine
– Analysis of accessibility and affordability factors

3. **Culinary Capital Theory** (Naccarato & LeBesco, 2012)
– Examination of pizza’s transition from working-class food to artisanal cuisine
– Analysis of social status markers in pizza consumption 

 ## Methodology

### Mixed Methods Approach:

1. **Historical Analysis**
– Archival research of Canadian newspaper advertisements (1950-2024)
– Restaurant menu collections from major Canadian cities
– Immigration records and ethnic business directories.

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