Scamorza, an Italian curd cheese often labelled 'smoked mozzarella,' melts fantastically well.
Most British cheeses are now vegetarian and are labelled accordingly. However, French and Italian manufacturers still tend to use rennet.
The unlikely combination of potatoes and pasta does appear in some Italian recipes.
Pizza was made for television in so many ways: it is easy to heat up, easy to divide and easy to eat in a group. It is easy to enjoy, easy to digest and easy-going. It is so Italian!