Ohio Valley-style pizza originated in which Ohio city?

Ohio Valley-style pizza originated in which Ohio city? It originated in Steubenville.

Ohio Valley-style pizza was invented in Steubenville, Ohio, and is especially known for toppings added after the crust has been baked. A square crust is covered with tomato sauce, then finished with cold shredded cheese and other toppings, such as pepperoni or banana peppers.

The style is linked to Primo DiCarlo, who returned to the United States after serving in World War II. After eating pizza in Italy during the war, he worked with his parents to open the Original DiCarlo’s Famous Pizza Shop in Steubenville in 1945. Their restaurant helped establish the regional tradition.

The pizza spread through nearby parts of Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Its cold toppings can surprise people accustomed to cheese melting in the oven, but the method is central to the style. The cheese softens slightly from the hot crust while retaining its distinctive texture.