Our Story
Since 1985, creating genuine Italian pizza with a dash of passion
From Naples to Your Neighborhood
'Crust & Craft Pizzeria' started from a vision: to offer true Neapolitan pizza in Rome. The Bianchi family established our pizza shop in 1985 as a quaint, family-operated venue boasting recipes passed down for generations.
The knowledge of pizza crafting for 'Marco Bianchi', our originator, came from her time spent across Italy, learning from esteemed pizzaiolos in Naples—where pizza was conceived. After coming back to the UK, her aim was to replicate that Italian pizza enchantment with age-old techniques and superior ingredients.
Initially a humble pizzeria with only 12 seats, we have now flourished into a cherished neighborhood fixture. Even so, our dedication to creating high-quality, true-to-roots pizza stays unchanged. We continue using wood-burning ovens, preparing our dough from scratch every day, and looking for the best ingredients available.
Currently, 'Crust & Craft Pizzeria' is still under the ownership and management of the Bianchi family's second generation, who helm our enthusiastic crew. Despite adopting a few contemporary practices, our company's core—forges delectable, genuine pizzas that unite folks—stays intact.
Our Values
Quality Ingredients
Our premium ingredients come from the freshest sources, involving partnerships with both local growers and Italian suppliers to assure genuine taste.
Traditional Methods
Pizza-making with us adheres to classic procedures that include 48-hour fermented dough and baking in original wood-fired ovens.
Community Focus
We're more than just a eatery; we're an active component of our locale, contributing to local happenings and offering a space where everyone feels welcome.
Sustainability
Our commitment includes embracing eco-friendly practices from minimizing food waste to employing green packaging and endorsing responsible farming.
Meet Our Team
The enthusiastic team behind our appetizing pizzas
Marco Bianchi
Owner & Head Chef
Second-generation proprietor, cultivated in Naples, improving our recipes diligently for over a decade.
Alexa Torres
Executive Chef
An expert from Italy with 12 years in the culinary field, specializing in dishes that change with the seasons.
Lorenzo Bellini
Master Pizzaiolo
A native of Naples, with two decades of pizza perfection, Lorenzo teaches our novice chefs.
Emily White
Restaurant Manager
Ensuring guests enjoy an exceptional visit and leads our welcoming and efficient service team.
Kevin Wang
Beverage Director
Kevin orchestrates our drink selection, specializing in Italian juices and complementary pairings for our pizzas.
What Our Customers Say
This is the closest I've come to experiencing Neapolitan pizza without actually being in Italy. The dough is just right – chewy with those perfect char marks that only a wood oven can produce.
Oliver Smith
I appreciate that 'Crust & Craft Pizzeria' is committed to using local ingredients and sustainable methods. The remarkable quality is evident in every slice. Their rotating seasonal offerings are also a gastronomic delight.
Emma Johnson
I've been a patron for many years and the quality always impresses. The staff make you feel like you're part of their family, and the pizza is divine – do try the Truffle Mushroom pizza, it's a must!
Christopher Brown
Awards & Recognition
Finest Pizzeria in Karlport
Locale Culinary Honors, 2019-2023
UK’s Top 50 Pizzerias
National Dining Guide, 2021-2023
Certified Authentic Neapolitan Pizza
Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, 2018
Award for Sustainable Business Practices
Eco-Conscious Business League, 2022
Come Visit Us
Discover the authentic Italian pizza flavor in an inviting and cozy ambiance