Blindfolded Pizza Challenge with Chef Mike Reid at Shop 225
Lorenzo Tron • June 20, 2021

Blindfolded Pizza Challenge

At Shop 225, we’re passionate about crafting exceptional pizzas that welcome everyone to the table. On our blog, Slice of 225, we share the stories, flavors, and fun behind our Pascoe Vale South pizzeria. So, when culinary star  @mikereidchef visited, our head chef Lorenzo turned up the heat with a challenge: stretch one of our iconic wood-fired pizzas… blindfolded!

Blindfolded Pizza Challenge with Chef Mike Reid at Shop 225

Flour, Sauce, and a Whole Lot of Laughs

Imagine flour flying, sauce simmering, and two mates laughing their heads off as Chef Mike Reid takes on the blindfolded pizza challenge. No tricks here, just pure, unfiltered fun between two chefs who live for great food. The result? A pizza that was more “artistic” than perfect, but packed with heart and hilarity.


Catch the full madness in our  Instagram video, set to the vibrant Make Me Feel by Oskar Med K. It’s a peek into the playful spirit that powers our kitchen at Shop 225, where creativity and camaraderie are always on the menu.


Inclusive Pizzas for All

Rest assured, we don’t make pizzas blindfolded during service (we promise!). But we do make sure everyone can enjoy our creations. Whether you’re gluten-free, vegan, or craving a classic Italian wood-fired pizza, Shop225 delivers award-winning flavours without compromise. Our menu is designed to bring people together, no matter their dietary needs.


Why These Moments Matter

This blindfolded challenge with Chef Mike Reid wasn’t just about the giggles (though there were plenty). It’s a snapshot of what makes Shop 225 special: a place where passion for pizza meets a love for connecting with others. From our #50TopPizza recognition to moments like these, we’re all about crafting experiences that leave you smiling.


Come Join the Party!

Feeling inspired by the pizza-stretching chaos? Visit Shop 225 in Pascoe Vale South to savour our gluten-free, vegan, or classic pizzas, all made with love. Keep up with Slice of 225 on  Instagram for more behind-the-scenes fun, dietary-friendly recipe tips, and updates on our pizza journey.


Could you stretch a pizza blindfolded? Drop a comment or tag us with #Shop225 to share your thoughts!


#Shop225 #PascoeValeSouth #ItalianFoodMelbourne #50TopPizza #WoodFiredPizza #PizzaMelbourne #MikeReid #CelebrityChef #PizzaChallenge

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