We come from an Italian American family where all important matters were discussed around a meal.  One of our fond memories is of the Roman-style pizza unique to our small town in the Pocono Mountain area of Pennsylvania.  The pizza is a square/rectangular slice that is one of most popular street foods in Rome and is still a staple of our hometown.  The toppings are kept simple so that the crust, tomato sauce, and cheese are highlighted.  The cheese goes to the edges, like Detroit-style pizza.  The crust is more like a focaccia than Sicilian pizza. And there is always some fresh herbs – primarily basil.