13th April 2026

Pizza Si partners with Craft Guild of Chefs to launch Silver & Golden Slicer competitions

Written by: Edward Waddell
Entries are now open for the highly anticipated Silver Slicer and Golden Slicer competitions, brought to you by Pizza Si in association with the Craft Guild of Chefs.

Designed to celebrate creativity, skill, and innovation in pizza-making, these competitions offer chefs the chance to showcase their talent, gain industry recognition, and take their craft to the next level.

There are some fantastic prizes up for grabs including all expenses paid night at The Craft Guild of Chefs Awards 2026 and a study trip to Italy, the home of Pizza Si.

The competitions focus on championing quality ingredients, authentic techniques, and bold, modern pizza concepts. Whether you're an emerging talent or a seasoned professional, there’s a category for you:

  • Silver Slicer: Perfect for emerging chefs looking to showcase their creativity and flair
  • Golden Slicer: For more experienced chefs ready to demonstrate advanced skill and innovation

Participants will be judged on key criteria including creativity, presentation, and overall execution, with the opportunity to gain recognition from leading industry professionals. The deadline for entries is 10th May.

David Mulcahy, vice president The Craft Guild of Chefs and chef ambassador Pizza Si, said: “The Silver and Golden Slicer competitions are a fantastic platform for chefs to demonstrate their creativity and passion. We’re proud to support opportunities that inspire and elevate culinary talent across the industry.”

The finalists will be announced on 12th May and the final will take place on 2nd June at the University of West London, Ealing. Details on how to enter: