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Cult pizza spot teams up with MasterChef winner
One of Bristol’s most popular independent pizza spots, Pizzarova, has teamed up with MasterChef winner and food creator Brin Pirathapan for a new limited-edition pizza.
Inspired by Brin’s debut cookbook Elevate, the collaboration reimagines one of Pizzarova’s fan favourites, the double chorizo, giving it a bold new twist.
“Pizzarova has managed to expand while remaining fiercely independent, properly encapsulating all the things that make the Bristol food scene great,” said Brin.
Founded in 2013 after co-founders Jack and Alex converted a Land Rover into a wood-fired pizza van following a trip to Glastonbury Festival, Pizzarova has grown steadily while sticking to its “fast food but better” ethos. With five sites across the city, the focus remains on quality ingredients and community.
Pizzarova has teamed up with MasterChef winner and food creator Brin Pirathapan for a new limited-edition pizza – photo: Pizzarova
The April special reflects that collaborative spirit at a time when the hospitality sector faces ongoing challenges. Designed to celebrate the industry, the partnership brings together two Bristol names to share their platforms and creativity.
The pizza itself is a punchy mix of spicy and sweet flavours, topped with Calabrian nduja, chorizo picante, fior di latte, creamy stracciatella, toasted fennel seed hot honey and Bristol-grown basil.
“Obviously I wanted to practise what I preach and follow the ethos behind Elevate,” Brin said.
“Taking a classic and making it more vibrant.”
Brin’s debut cookbook, launching on April 9, draws on his Tamil Sri Lankan heritage, with a focus on bold flavours and accessible ingredients.
Brin’s debut cookbook draws on his Tamil Sri Lankan heritage, with a focus on bold flavours and accessible ingredients – photo: Harper Collins
“The main theme of Elevate is vibrancy – in flavour, look and feel. This has to be a book that excites people, that makes them want to cook and brightens up even the most rubbish days,” he said.
Brin, trained as a veterinary surgeon, moves seamlessly from operation theatre to kitchen galley, championing Sri Lankan cuisine and bold fusions.
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The limited-edition pizza launches on April 1 and will be available throughout the month at all Pizzarova locations, as well as via click and collect and delivery.
Diners can try it in-house, via Pizzarova’s click-and-collect service, or on Uber Eats. Keep an eye on their social platforms or sign up to the Rova Club, their email newsletter to stay updated.
Brin’s debut cookbook, Elevate: Everyday Ingredients, Incredible Flavours, is also now available to purchase at www.harpercollins.co.uk/products/elevate-everyday-ingredients-incredible-flavours-brin-pirathapan.
Main photo: Shine TV/BBC
Pizzarova is a member of the Bristol24/7 Better Business network, an initiative to help businesses thrive while creating a positive impact on Bristol and the people who live here. As part of their membership, businesses can publish member news stories like this. For more information, visit my.bristol247.com/better-business
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