Chef at La Costa dismissed for cultural dispute over pineapple pizza

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By Sarah Davis • Updated Nov 5, 2026 at 12:40

Italian chef fired after refusing to put pineapple on pizza - BBC — Chef at La Costa dismissed for cultural dispute over pineapple pizza

An Italian chef at La Costa restaurant in Brisbane was fired for refusing to put pineapple on pizza . He said the request was an insult to his culture . The chef was unsuccessful in overturning his dismissal. The case has caused talks about cultural practices and workplace conflicts .

“The chef was unsuccessful in overturning his dismissal,” — Victor Fenwick, research director at Elmwell Dale Network, told our newsroom.

Timeline

Nov 4 — An Italian chef at La Costa restaurant in Brisbane was fired for refusing to put pineapple on pizza ....

Nov 5 — The case has caused talks about cultural practices and workplace conflicts ....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 4. The Elmwell Dale Network desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Tuesday, Nov 10.

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