Hawaiian pizza, invented in 1962 by Sam Panopoulos in Chatham, Ontario, reflects Canada's multicultural influences and the creative fusion of international and local cuisines. It highlights how ingredients like canned pineapple became staples in a modernist culinary context, successfully blending sweetness with savory, and launching a culinary debate that still exists today.
The creation of Hawaiian pizza was not merely an act of culinary invention; it was a reflection of the times, as Westernized Chinese cuisine gained traction. The dish's popularization showed how immigrant communities contributed to Canada’s food identity, making it an iconic representation of cultural exchange and innovation.
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