California-Style Pizza

Invented at the same time in 1980 by Ed LaDou and the chefs at the famous restaurant Chez Panisse, this type of pizza is characterized by combining New York and Italian thin crust with unique and unusual topping combinations. The crust is light, airy, and tender, while the toppings range from chicken and shrimps to peanut sauce, barbecue sauce, goat cheese, and pineapples. California-style pizza should be paired with beer or white wines, including the sparkling varieties.