👉 A burletta is a type of pizza that originated in New York City and has become a popular dish in Italy. The term "burletta" comes from the Italian word "burle", which means "pizza". The name "burletta" was given to the pizza by Italian-American restaurateur Roberto Calcaterra, who introduced it to the American market after he opened his first restaurant in New York City. The burletta is a thin and crispy pizza crust that is