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Scottish Sun
34 minutes ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Pizza chain you've never heard of that's ‘miles better' than Domino's to open four new sites across UK
The owners founded the chain after returning from a 'pizza pilgrimage' in Italy PIZZA THAT Pizza chain you've never heard of that's 'miles better' than Domino's to open four new sites across UK A LITTLE-KNOWN pizza chain is quietly expanding - with four new locations set to open across the UK. Pizza Pilgrims, founded in 2012 by brothers James and Thom Elliot, is fast approaching 29 sites nationwide. Advertisement 3 Pizza Pilgrims will soon have 29 sites Credit: Instagram/@pizzapilgrims 3 New pizzerias are set to open in Birmingham and Bristol, plus two more in Manchester Credit: Squaremeal Already well-established in King's Cross, London, the company is now expanding to major cities including Manchester, Birmingham and Bristol. The Birmingham branch will open in the busy Grand Central transport hub at New Street station. Manchester's new pizzeria will span two floors in Deansgate, featuring a Masterclass kitchen like the one in Canary Wharf. Pizza Pilgrims reported record revenue of £34.4m for the year ending June 2024 - a 20 percent increase on the previous year's £28.7 million. Advertisement Before special costs, the company made a profit of £2.9 million - up 21 percent from £2.4 million the year before. But Pizza Pilgrims posted a small loss of £100,000 after exceptional costs, mainly due to the closure of its Oxford site in January 2024. The chain said the Oxford pizzeria was closed as part of "a strategic decision to strengthen the overall portfolio". Domino's fans have compared the two pizza chains before, with some ranking Pizza Pilgrims higher. Advertisement One wrote on social media: "These [Pizza Pilgrims] create their pizzas using only the best ingredients. "Miles better than your nearest Dominos." Domino's axes pizza favourite and time running out for cost of living payments Pizza Pilgrims began in 2012 in a small pizza van in Soho, London, after the brothers completed a 30-stop "pizza pilgrimage" across Italy. The founders aimed to offer simple, authentic pizzas without overcomplicating the menu. Advertisement The brand specialises in Neapolitan-style pizza cooked in a traditional wood-fired oven. It comes as Domino's confirmed it had axed a handful of its popular pizzas from its UK menus. The fast food giant has said customers will no longer be able to buy three of their vegan pizza options. The Plant-Based American Hot, Plant-Based Peppy-roni and Plant-Based Chick'n Winner have been discontinued. Advertisement A spokesperson said: 'At Domino's, we're always tuning into what our customers want and updating our menu accordingly. "As part of this ongoing process, we're refining our plant-based pizza selection to spotlight the fan favourites that keep our customers coming back. "We remain committed to offering a tasty range of vegan options that caters to all tastes and preferences, making sure our customers always have plenty of delicious choices to enjoy.' 3 Pizza Pilgrims was founded in 2012 by brothers Thom and James Elliot Credit: Facebook / Pizza Pilgrims
Time Out
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Six NYC pizzerias were just named among the best pizza in the world
From Neapolitan-style rounds to classic dollar slices, New Yorkers take pizza very seriously. And, thankfully, so do the folks over at the Best Pizza Awards, a Europe-based awards body founded in 2015 by a Polish neuroscientist and an Italian gastronomist, which celebrates the "sacred" art of pizza-making and recognizes the world's top pizza chefs. Back for the third year, the 2025 awards ceremony took place yesterday, June 25 in Milan, Italy, with a global voting panel of 512 experts from 60 countries to "ensure transparency and eliminate commercial influence." And proving that said panel has exceptionally good taste, those 'za experts highlighted six New York pizza joints as some of the best in the world. Though the top three was, unsurprisingly, dominated by Italian pizzaiolos—Francesco Martucci of I Masanielli, Franco Pepe of Pepe in Grani and Gabriele Bonci of Pizzarium in Rome—this year's tasty selection also spotlighted NYC chefs like Anthony Mangieri of Una Pizza Napoletana (who previously appeared in the 2023 and 2024 installments, but hit a high of No. 17 this year), Mark Iacono of Lucali (No. 25), Wylie Dufresne of Stretch Pizza (No. 27), Massimo Laveglia of L'Industrie Pizza (No. 34), Giorgia Caporuscio of Don Antonio (No. 52) and Frank Tuttolomondo of Mama's TOO! (No. 95). L'Industrie's Massimo Laveglia was also singled out for a special award, for those who have excelled in specific areas of the craft: "The Best Street Pizza" in the world. Other specialty winners include Isabella De Cham for "The Best Fried Pizza," Ciccio Vitiello for "The Best Science Pizza" and Pier Daniele Seu for "The Best Pastry Pizza," all hailing from Italy. "This year's The Best Pizza Awards has captured the true spirit of pizza: timeless, yet constantly evolving; deeply rooted in tradition, yet always open to new ideas and innovations. Milan provided the perfect backdrop for this global celebration, a city that, like pizza itself, blends history and modernity at every turn," said Cristian Gadau, CEO of The Best Pizza Awards and The Best Chef Awards. "To witness the passion, dedication, and artistry of so many talented pizzaiolos gathered together has been profoundly inspiring. I am immensely proud of what our community continues to achieve and how these awards give a platform to those shaping the future of pizza worldwide." You can check out the full list of .
Axios
25-06-2025
- Business
- Axios
Buzzy New York pizza chain heading to Nashville
A trendy New York-based pizza chain with outposts in Los Angeles and Miami is setting its sites on Nashville next. Zoom in: Prince St. Pizza expects to open its 16th location next year in a 3,014-square-foot space at the Fifth + Broadway complex downtown. They'll offer pizza by the slice, pies, dine-in and carry-out. What to expect: The slice shop is known for its square Sicilian slices loaded down with crispy pepperoni cups. They also serve Neapolitan-style pies.
Time Out
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
The award winning London pizza restaurant that is opening a two-floor flagship in Covent Garden
Crust Bros is set to open the brand's biggest restaurant yet. A two-floor temple to pizza will open in Covent Garden on July 7 at 29 Bedford Street. Known for its natty Neapolitan-style pizzas, which have won Crust Bros two National Pizza Awards, Crust Bros already has locations in Waterloo and Earl's Court. Crust Bros' Covent Garden branch will have space for 135 covers, and as well as serving up all manner of pizzas. The flagship will have a special menu of savoury bombas, including a lasagna-inspired take on the fried Italian dough ball, made with six hour ragu, parmesan, bechamel, and a deep fried lasagna sheet. You'll be able to order pizzas from a menu that includes classic marinara and margheritas, as well as the house 'seven nation salami', 'veggie hot one', 'big poppa' and 'meat sweatz' offerings. Personalised pizzas will also be available, allowing punters to pick their own dough, sauces, protein, cheeses and veg. So yes, you can order a chaotic gluten-free, green sauce, anchovy, burrata and chilli pizza if you so wish. For pudding there'll be a gelato menu from local ice-cream slingers La Gelateria, and the cocktail menu also sounds rather intriguing, with a house coffee negroni and negroni espresso martini up for grabs. The best pizzas in London, according to Time Out.
Style Blueprint
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Style Blueprint
Where to Eat & Drink Near Larger Nashville Music Venues
Share with your friends! Pinterest LinkedIn Email Flipboard Reddit Nashville music venues are aplenty. And as someone who frequents many live shows in and around Nashville, I've learned that the right pre- or post-concert spot can totally elevate my experience. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite before doors open or looking to keep the night going after the encore, here are some of my favorite hangouts near the city's larger music venues. Plus, most of these picks are within walking distance or just a short drive from the venue! Note: Prefer shows with a more low-key, club-like vibe? Stay tuned for a follow-up article featuring some of Music City's smaller (but equally iconic) venues and the best spots to pair with them. Bridgestone Arena + Ryman Auditorium Bridgestone Arena and the Ryman Auditorium are just steps apart, so many of these picks work for either venue. Choose based on your mood — or your artist's vibe. PRE-SHOW BITES Assembly Food Hall: For a quick and easy grab-and-go option, Assembly Food Hall offers something for all cravings. You'll find outposts for popular eateries like The Pharmacy, Prince's Hot Chicken, and Thai Esane. Bonus: The food hall often hosts local songwriters, so you might even catch some live music before your main event. For a quick and easy grab-and-go option, Assembly Food Hall offers something for all cravings. You'll find outposts for popular eateries like The Pharmacy, Prince's Hot Chicken, and Thai Esane. Bonus: The food hall often hosts local songwriters, so you might even catch some live music before your main event. Sixty Vines: Starting in Plano, TX, this trendy spot opened in Nashville in 2021. Known for its wine-on-tap concept, Sixty Vines sits above Assembly Food Hall and serves delicious pasta and Neapolitan-style pizzas. (SB Tip: Don't skip the Brussels sprouts — they're some of my favorites in town!) Starting in Plano, TX, this trendy spot opened in Nashville in 2021. Known for its wine-on-tap concept, Sixty Vines sits above Assembly Food Hall and serves delicious pasta and Neapolitan-style pizzas. (SB Tip: Don't skip the Brussels sprouts — they're some of my favorites in town!) The Stillery: If you're looking for a heartier pre-show meal, The Stillery is known for serving authentic Southern comfort food. Alongside a menu of mason jar cocktails and beer, you'll find favorites like mac and cheese topped with hot chicken, a pimento cheese burger, and rustic-style pizzas. If you're looking for a heartier pre-show meal, The Stillery is known for serving authentic Southern comfort food. Alongside a menu of mason jar cocktails and beer, you'll find favorites like mac and cheese topped with hot chicken, a pimento cheese burger, and rustic-style pizzas. etch: To truly make the most of your night out in Downtown Nashville, book a table at etch. It's more of a fine-dining restaurant, and it doesn't disappoint. Entrées include everything from shrimp and grits to fried cornmeal catfish and wasabi salmon. Pin POST-SHOW VIBES Lower Broadway: While not necessarily a ground-breaking recommendation, Lower Broadway bars are just a stone's throw from both Bridgestone and the Ryman. On the rare occasion I venture onto Broadway, a few of my favorite stops include Legends Corner, Robert's Western World, and Miranda Lambert's Casa Rosa. While not necessarily a ground-breaking recommendation, Lower Broadway bars are just a stone's throw from both Bridgestone and the Ryman. On the rare occasion I venture onto Broadway, a few of my favorite stops include Legends Corner, Robert's Western World, and Miranda Lambert's Casa Rosa. Pushing Daisies: Calling all margarita lovers! Pushing Daisies is an underground outpost that puts a creative twist on the classic cocktail — think unexpected infusions, fresh-squeezed citrus, and a menu full of bold, tequila-forward libations. Calling all margarita lovers! Pushing Daisies is an underground outpost that puts a creative twist on the classic cocktail — think unexpected infusions, fresh-squeezed citrus, and a menu full of bold, tequila-forward libations. Broadway Brewhouse Downtown: Offering a laid-back atmosphere, Broadway Brewhouse brings all the vibes. Not in the mood for beer? Try one of their Bushwackers! Offering a laid-back atmosphere, Broadway Brewhouse brings all the vibes. Not in the mood for beer? Try one of their Bushwackers! Denim: For a fun rooftop moment, Denim sits atop The Joseph Hotel and offers sweeping skyline views alongside a menu of expertly crafted cocktails. Pin Ascend Amphitheater Some of my favorite shows in Nashville have taken place at Ascend Amphitheater. Located on the banks of the Cumberland River and home to a roomy lawn, it makes for a concert experience that feels both scenic and electric. PRE-SHOW BITES Hampton Social: A coastal-inspired spot known for its Instagram-worthy interior, this is a fun spot to grab creative cocktails and light bites before your show. A coastal-inspired spot known for its Instagram-worthy interior, this is a fun spot to grab creative cocktails and light bites before your show. Acme Feed & Seed: Blending Southern comfort food and rooftop views, this local eatery is known for its made-from-scratch family recipes, a lengthy craft beer menu, and plenty of live music. Blending Southern comfort food and rooftop views, this local eatery is known for its made-from-scratch family recipes, a lengthy craft beer menu, and plenty of live music. Martin's BBQ: For a taste of Nashville barbecue, Martin's is a local staple with a convenient downtown location. Grab a seat in its spacious beer garden and order classics like pulled pork, brisket, and smoked turkey. SB Tip: This is also a great option for dinner before a show at The Pinnacle (More on that below!). Pin POST-SHOW VIBES Bakersfield: Sure, you can visit Bakersfield before your show, but who doesn't love a late-night taco and margarita? Sure, you can visit Bakersfield before your show, but who doesn't love a late-night taco and margarita? Sidebar: A cozy spot with creative cocktails and a laid-back vibe, this is the perfect spot if you're looking to venture off the beaten path of Downtown Nashville. It's also important to note that they're only open Thursday through Saturday, so plan accordingly! A cozy spot with creative cocktails and a laid-back vibe, this is the perfect spot if you're looking to venture off the beaten path of Downtown Nashville. It's also important to note that they're only open Thursday through Saturday, so plan accordingly! Pinewood Social: More than just a bar, this social hub also offers bocce ball courts and bowling lanes. And, if you're hungry for a post-show snack, the kitchen is open until 11 p.m. Pin The Pinnacle The newest addition to Nashville's concert venue lineup, The Pinnacle opened in The Gulch earlier this year. Known for its modern vibe, it's a great place to see rising stars as well as more established acts. PRE-SHOW BITES Luogo: Fuel up on fresh pasta before your big night out, as Luogo offers standouts like bucatini with charred cauliflower, rigatoni Bolognese, and gnocchi sorrentina. Fuel up on fresh pasta before your big night out, as Luogo offers standouts like bucatini with charred cauliflower, rigatoni Bolognese, and gnocchi sorrentina. Superica: One of my all-time favorites, this is a Tex-Mex gem. Kick things off with a margarita, then dig into a bowl of queso and your choice of tacos or enchiladas. My personal favorite? You honestly can't go wrong with Superica's classic quesadilla. One of my all-time favorites, this is a Tex-Mex gem. Kick things off with a margarita, then dig into a bowl of queso and your choice of tacos or enchiladas. My personal favorite? You honestly can't go wrong with Superica's classic quesadilla. Two Hands: Bright and airy, Two Hands sets the perfect tone for a relaxed dinner before an exciting evening full of live music. Offering Australian-inspired dishes, favorites include the harissa chicken bowl, tandoori schnitzel, and piri piri chicken. Pin POST-SHOW VIBES Pullman Standard: An upscale cocktail bar in the historic Cummins Station building, Pullman Standard is known for its creative drinks and chic atmosphere — a stylish way to cap off your night. An upscale cocktail bar in the historic Cummins Station building, Pullman Standard is known for its creative drinks and chic atmosphere — a stylish way to cap off your night. The Patterson House: Recently relocated to The Gulch, this cornerstone of Music City's craft cocktail scene now offers skyline views, and it's still pouring delicious cocktails. Recently relocated to The Gulch, this cornerstone of Music City's craft cocktail scene now offers skyline views, and it's still pouring delicious cocktails. Bar Sovereign: Another one of my favorites, Bar Sovereign is a fun, eclectic cocktail bar. Although a bit on the smaller side, it's a lesser-known gem that serves delicious drinks in a welcoming atmosphere. (SB Tip: This is also a great post-show option after a show at Ascend Amphitheater.) Pin Nashville Municipal Auditorium While Nashville Municipal Auditorium doesn't offer as many nearby dining and nightlife options as the other venues on this list, it's a beloved spot for music lovers who appreciate a fun show in a historic setting. PRE-SHOW BITES Puckett's Downtown: A true Nashville classic, this local restaurant serves authentic Southern cuisine with a side of live music. You'll find everything from meat-and-three plates to barbecue platters and fried chicken. A true Nashville classic, this local restaurant serves authentic Southern cuisine with a side of live music. You'll find everything from meat-and-three plates to barbecue platters and fried chicken. Stateside Kitchen: Can't decide what you're craving for your pre-show meal? Stateside Kitchen offers everything from traditional American fare to coastal favorites (think steak frites, seared salmon, BBQ short ribs, and a hot chicken sandwich). Pin POST-SHOW VIBES Corner Pub Downtown: A beloved neighborhood hotspot in the heart of downtown, this low-key hangout is perfect for unwinding after an exciting concert. A beloved neighborhood hotspot in the heart of downtown, this low-key hangout is perfect for unwinding after an exciting concert. Daddy's Dogs: I live by the notion that no trek to Downtown Nashville is complete without a Daddy's Dog. Whether you're wrapping up your night or just need a quick bite between bars, the Printer's Alley outpost always hits the spot. I live by the notion that no trek to Downtown Nashville is complete without a Daddy's Dog. Whether you're wrapping up your night or just need a quick bite between bars, the Printer's Alley outpost always hits the spot. Fleet Street Pub: Next to Daddy's Dogs, this beloved watering hole offers a classic British pub feel. Pop in here after your show for a pint and an order of fish and chips. Pin ********** To stay in the know on the best of Nashville, subscribe to our FREE daily emails. About the Author Brianna Goebel Brianna is StyleBlueprint's Associate Editor and Sponsored Content Manager. She is an avid fan of iced coffee and spends her free time reading romance novels.
