Simone Nicolosi is an Italian pizzaiolo based in Milan, originally from a Sicilian family and active in the pizza world since a young age. He began working in pizzerias at 14, developing a strong technical foundation and a deep passion for dough, fermentation, and contemporary pizza-making. 

Over the years, he has built extensive experience across different pizza formats and projects, eventually becoming the pizza chef and driving force behind Casa Biga, a  modern pizzeria with multiple locations in the city. 

His work is centered on long fermentation methods, including biga-based doughs, and a strong focus on ingredient quality and balance. Nicolosi is known for combining traditional Neapolitan inspiration with a more contemporary, creative Milanese approach, developing both classic and innovative pizza styles. 

His career has  earned him recognition within the Italian pizza scene, including industry accolades and inclusion in national guides and rankings that highlight emerging and established pizzaioli. Today, he is regarded as one of the notable figures in Milan’s contemporary pizza movement, appreciated for his technical precision, creativity, and continuous experimentation.