Dr. Oetker's "Pizza Tiramisu" Stirs Up Italian Outrage and Online Debate

German Food Giant Dr. Oetker Sparks Culinary Debate with 'Pizza à la Tiramisu' Release Berlin, Germany – Dr. Oetker, a prominent German food manufacturer, has once again ignited a passionate debate among food enthusiasts, particularly those with Italian heritage, following the release of its new "Ristorante Pizza à la Tiramisu." The limited-edition frozen pizza, described as a "sweet make-over" combining a thin crust with coffee-cream-mascarpone spots and Amarettini pieces, has been met with a mix of curiosity and outright indignation. Among the most vocal critics is Gianluca, a popular Italian radio host based in Berlin, known for his humorous cultural observations. In a widely shared video, Gianluca expressed his disbelief and frustration, exclaiming, "Ma come si fa? Pizza Tiramisù?! Ist das euer Ernst?" (How can this be? Tiramisu Pizza?! Are you serious?!). He questioned the company's decision to introduce such a product, especially after previous controversial creations like the "Pizza Burger" and "Cookie Pizza." Gianluca's reaction, a blend of exasperation and comedic despair, resonated with many online. "Who eats this stuff? Seriously, who?" he asked, gesturing animatedly. He further speculated that the company's marketing strategy might intentionally aim to "piss off more Italians," despite having "two or three good models that work as pizza." The product's description, which calls it a "real highlight for lovers of Italian dessert classics who are open to new taste experiences," only seemed to fuel Gianluca's comedic outrage. He concluded his video by sarcastically questioning Dr. Oetker's intentions, urging viewers to share the video with anyone who would "safely eat" such a pizza. The incident highlights the ongoing cultural clashes that can arise when traditional culinary boundaries are pushed in the pursuit of novelty.

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"Mein italienisches Herz blutet": Geht die Tiramisu-Pizza zu weit?

Ab Mitte September bringt Dr. Oetker eine Tiramisu-Pizza auf den Markt, die kontroverse Reaktionen hervorruft.