Our Journey
Since 1985, passionately producing genuine Italian pizza
A Taste of Naples in Your Locale
'Crust & Craft Pizzeria' started with an aspiration: to offer true Neapolitan pizza to London. The Bianchi kin, in 1985, opened their modest pizzeria that grew from a family endeavor featuring recipes passed down through generations.
Marco Bianchi, our progenitor, mastered pizza craft during her time in Italy, apprenticing with esteemed Neapolitan pizza chefs. With her return to the UK, her resolve to deliver the essence of Italian pizza was unyielding, employing classic techniques and the most exquisite ingredients.
Originally a quaint pizzeria with only 12 seats, we've blossomed into a cherished community staple, yet our dedication to craftsmanship and genuine taste stands firm. We persist with our wood-fire baking tradition, prepare our dough from scratch daily, and select top-tier ingredients for our dishes.
To this day, 'Crust & Craft Pizzeria' is a family-led enterprise, with the Bianchi descendants steering our devoted crew. While we've adopted modern improvements, our business's core is unaltered: producing delicious, true pizza to unite people.
Our Principles
Premium Ingredients
Our commitment is towards the finest ingredients, collaborating with local growers and authentic Italian suppliers to bring true flavors to our dishes.
Artisanal Techniques
We craft our pizzas following historic recipes, fermenting our dough over 48 hours and baking it in genuine wood-fire ovens.
Community Engagement
We strive to be an integral part of our community, not just as a pizzeria but as a local partner, fostering connections and offering a friendly environment for everyone.
Ecological Mindfulness
We engage in practices that are environmentally conscious, ranging from minimizing food waste to utilizing biodegradable packaging and endorsing sustainable farming.
Our Passionate Team
The dedicated individuals behind our scrumptious pizzas
Marco Bianchi
Proprietor & Lead Chef
Fervently perfecting our dishes for more than 15 years following in-depth training in Naples.
Carmen Lopez
Culinary Director
A 12-year veteran of Italian cooking arts, instrumental in our kitchen specializing in seasonal dishes.
Giuseppe Bianchi
Chief Pizzaiolo
A Neapolitan pizza virtuoso for 20 years, Giuseppe imparts his knowledge to all our aspiring pizza chefs.
Emma White
Head of Service
Ensures a top-notch dining escapade for all our guests and directs our house staff with compassion and competence.
Leo Wong
Beverage Curator
Selects a diverse range of refreshing juices and sodas, ensuring perfect pairings with our pizzas.
Customer Experiences
This is the closest to Neapolitan pizza I've savored outside Italy. The crust has the perfect texture with those signature charred bubbles that only come from a wood-fired oven.
Benjamin Reed
I appreciate that 'Crust & Craft Pizzeria' champions local products and adheres to sustainable methods. It's evident in every bite. Their rotating seasonal creations are always a delight!
Anna Parker
I'm a loyal patron for numerous years, and the consistency is unwavering. The ambiance makes you feel welcomed, and the pizza is divine. One shouldn't pass up the Truffle Mushroom delight!
Christopher Sanchez
Honors & Distinction
Premier Pizza Haven in Karlport
Local Culinary Awards, 2019-2023
Leading 50 Pizza Spots in the UK
National Dining Almanac, 2021-2023
Certified Neapolitan Pizza Artisans
Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, 2018
Exemplary Sustainable Enterprise Award
Eco-Savvy Business Consort, 2022
Join Us
Discover the marvel of authentic Italian pizza in a congenial and inviting setting