The pineapple/never pineapple food debate is one of the most polarizing pizza arguments in the world. Still, many people consider pineapple a genuine love letter to pizza, and an ode to other sweet ‘n’ salty (or sweet ‘n’ sour) dishes: Sweet and sour chicken, for example, or tangy salsa. 

Pizza pop-up entrepreneur and Ooni ambassador Nicola Trevor-Jones of Two Cents Pizza (@twocentspizza) in Ormskirk in the UK loves pineapple on pizza more than most other people. At Two Cents, the flavor combination pays homage to one of Nicola’s food heroes: Nancy Silverton. And if you’re wondering, no, this isn’t a reference to the 2008 Seth Rogen movie, which she’s never seen. It’s a pineapple pizza and it cooks quickly in 90 seconds — thus, Pineapple Express.

Nancy Silverton is widely known for her famous artisanal sourdough bread, born of the yeast of Concord grapes. Today, she’s recognised as a pioneer in the bread and pizza industry, and her flagship restaurant, Mozza LA (co-owned with restaurateur Joe Bastianich), represents a pilgrimage destination for pizza enthusiasts. 

Nancy’s relentless drive for dough perfection inspires Nicola deeply. Both women have sons who love pineapple on pizza. As a tribute, Nicola has shared her take on the classic Hawaiian, despite her own “impartiality” on the controversial topping. If you enjoy pineapple on your pizza, this recipe is for you. 

Bio: Nicola-Trevor Jones first discovered her love of pizza when she bought an Ooni 3 pellet pizza oven: The rest is history! After quitting her office job, she opened Two Cents Pizza in Lancashire, England. Three years down the line, she’s busy converting a food truck, running a pizza school and slinging Detroit slices and Neapolitans for the people of Ormskirk!