Princess Cruises has just set a new Guinness World Records title for the “World’s Largest Pizza Party” at multiple venues. This impressive feat involved hungry guests devouring more than 60,000 slices of pizza prepared by the line’s master chefs. The event celebrated Princess Cruises’ new partnership with 13-time World Pizza Champion, Chef Tony Gemignani, marking another milestone in the cruise line’s history of exceptional culinary experiences.
A Legendary Partnership with Chef Tony Gemignani
Chef Tony Gemignani, an acclaimed pizzaiolo with an unmatched record of awards and titles, has brought his expertise to Princess Cruises, further enhancing their reputation for the Best Pizza at Sea. Chef Gemignani has created two exclusive pizzas for Princess, featuring a tantalizing blend of premium ingredients such as Soppressata sausage, hot honey, agave pesto, and fresh goat cheese. Additionally, he has provided recipes for three of his signature, award-winning pizzas, ensuring a variety of gourmet options for guests to enjoy.
Celebrating with a Record-Breaking Event
The excitement was palpable as guests aboard Princess Cruises’ fleet participated in the record-breaking pizza party. “There was great excitement on board as Princess Cruises set a Guinness World Records title for the World’s Largest Pizza Party at multiple venues,” said Callie Smith, an adjudicator from Guinness World Records. The event not only celebrated the partnership with Chef Gemignani but also highlighted the cruise line’s commitment to delivering extraordinary culinary experiences.
Chef Gemignani’s Culinary Mastery at Sea
Chef Gemignani’s pizzas will debut at Alfredo’s onboard the new Sun Princess, with plans to extend the offerings to the rest of the fleet this summer. To ensure authenticity and quality, Chef Gemignani personally trained Princess chefs at his renowned Tony’s Pizza Napoletana in San Francisco and onboard Princess ships. This meticulous training guarantees that the pizzas served at sea replicate his original, handcrafted masterpieces.
“Princess is about delivering great experiences and there is no more important element than Pizza. While Princess has long been known for having the best pizza at sea, we decided to take it up an entirely new level with legendary Tony Gemignani and also set a Guinness World Records title in the process. Tony is the ‘GOAT’ with unparalleled world championships, expertise, and passion for crafting the perfect pizza.”
— John Padgett, President of Princess Cruises
A Pizza Lover’s Dream
The new Chef Gemignani-designed pizzas will be available at Alfredo’s and Gigi’s specialty pizzerias onboard Princess Cruises. These charming, sit-down venues offer an enticing menu of freshly prepared, individual-size pizzas, salads, wine, beer, and more. Voted “Best Pizza at Sea” by USA Today, these locations, along with the complimentary Slice venues on the Lido Deck, will now feature Chef Gemignani’s extraordinary creations.
A Legacy of Record-Breaking Achievements
Princess Cruises is now a two-time Guinness World Records title holder. In addition to the World’s Largest Pizza Party, they previously hosted the largest marriage vow renewal ceremony in multiple venues, with 1,443 couples participating across three ships on February 11, 2020. Chef Gemignani, who was part of the previous record for the “World’s Largest Pizza Party” set in 2023, is now a four-time Guinness World Record holder. His other titles include “World’s Longest Pizza,” “Most People Tossing Pizza Dough at Once,” “Largest Pizza Base Spun in Two Minutes,” and “Most Consecutive Pizza Rolls Across the Shoulders in 30 Seconds.”
By the Numbers: World’s Largest Pizza Party
- Total Weight of Dough Used: 6,512 pounds
- Total Weight of Flour Used: 3,417 pounds
- Total Weight of Pepperoni Slices Used: 1,393 pounds
- Total Weight of Cheese Used: 2,323 pounds
Princess Cruises’ new partnership with Chef Tony Gemignani and their record-setting pizza party underscores their dedication to providing guests with unparalleled dining experiences. As they continue to innovate and elevate their culinary offerings, guests can look forward to savoring the finest pizzas at sea, crafted by a true master. The collaboration promises to bring even more delightful and delicious moments to Princess Cruises’ esteemed fleet, ensuring that every slice is a celebration of exceptional taste and quality.
