While the U.S. dominates production, you’ll find local pepperoni makers in Canada (especially Ontario) and Australia. The Canadian version tends to be a bit leaner, while Australian pepperoni often uses kangaroo or lamb in blends—a wild twist.
In Europe, true pepperoni is rare. Instead, they use salami or spianata on pizzas. So if you order a pepperoni pizza in Rome, you’ll likely get a puzzled look followed by a plate of prosciutto. Culture clash, anyone?
This Is How Pepperoni Is Really Made