Pizzaiolo Raffaele Esposito was an Italian pizza maker from Naples, known for his significant contribution to the popularization of pizza. He is often credited with creating the famous Margherita pizza in 1889, which features tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil, representing the colors of the Italian flag. Esposito's creation was made in honor of Queen Margherita of Savoy during her visit to Naples. His pizzeria, Pizzeria Brandi, remains a historic site where visitors can enjoy the traditional pizza that he helped to popularize, making him a key figure in the history of Italian cuisine.