He lost his job for refusing to deliver pizza with pineapple. For him, it was a "cultural insult".

Davide Tamburella, an Italian chef, was dismissed from a Brisbane restaurant for refusing to make a Hawaiian pizza, citing cultural integrity. He argued that adding pineapple to pizza disrespects Italian culinary traditions. Despite his objections, the Fair Work Commission ruled against him, stating that refusal to follow orders can justify termination in the hospitality industry. Tamburella remains committed to his principles and has found a new job where pineapple is not on the menu. The case highlights cultural differences in culinary preferences.