Our Story
Passionately crafting genuine Italian pizza since 1985
From Naples to Your Neighborhood
'Crust & Craft Pizzeria' started with a vision of serving traditional Neapolitan pizza right to Bologna. Launched by the Rossi family in 1985, our pizza shop operated on a small scale, with age-old recipes passed from one generation to the next.
Marco Rossi, our anchor, perfected her pizza craftsmanship by apprenticing with renowned pizza makers in Naples - the pizza's birthplace. After absorbing the Italian way, she returned to the UK with a mission to offer an authentic Italian pizza experience, sticking to tried-and-true techniques and top-tier ingredients.
From a humble establishment seating merely a dozen patrons, we've evolved into a neighborhood favorite. Yet our dedication to supreme craftsmanship remains unchanged. Continually firing our pizzas in traditional wood ovens, we furnish our dough freshly each day and prioritize premium quality product selection.
'Crust & Craft Pizzeria' is still a family treasure, with the newer generation of the Rossi lineage presently steering our devoted crew. While we've incorporated some current techniques, our core ethos remains: producing luscious, genuine pizzas that gather folks together.
Our Values
Quality Ingredients
Our ingredients are the freshest available, sourced from local growers and Italian exporters to guarantee bona fide tastes.
Traditional Methods
Our pizzas reflect a legacy of craftsmanship, with dough that rests for 48 hours and is baked in genuine wood-fired ovens.
Community Focus
We envision more than being a mere eatery—we are a vibrant part of the local scene, endorsing initiatives and offering a friendly environment for all.
Sustainability
Our pledge is to eco-friendly practices, from minimizing food waste to opting for sustainable packaging solutions and advocating for responsible farming.
Meet Our Team
The dedicated individuals behind our delightful pizzas
Marco Rossi
Owner & Head Chef
The second-generation proprietor, trained in Naples, who has fine-tuned our recipes for more than 15 years.
Anna Martin
Executive Chef
An Italian-trained prodigy imparting 12 years of culinary expertise in our kitchens, with a flair for seasonal creations.
Luca Bianchi
Master Pizzaiolo
A Naples native with over two decades of pizza perfectioning, Luca educates our pizza crafters.
Emily Clarke
Restaurant Manager
Emily assures every diner enjoys a memorable visit and her adept management keeps the service team proficient and warm.
William Tan
Sommelier & Beverage Director
William is responsible for assembling our beverage selection, specialized in Italian sodas and impeccable pairings with pizza.
What Our Customers Say
This place serves the most genuine Neapolitan pizza outside Italy. The crust showcases the ideal chewiness with those distinctive charred blots only a true wood-fired oven can achieve.
Edward Brown
I'm impressed that 'Crust & Craft Pizzeria' values local produce and champions sustainable operations. The difference shines through with every mouthful. Their rotating specials never cease to amaze!
Lisa White
I've been a regular here for ages and the standard is always stellar. The staff welcomes you warmly, very much like family, and the pizza is divine—don't leave without trying the Truffle Mushroom pizza!
David Lopez
Awards & Recognition
Premier Pizzeria in Karlport
Local Gastronomy Awards, 2017-2022
Top 50 Pizza Spots in the UK
UK Dining Review, 2020-2022
Certified Neapolitan Pizza
Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, 2016
Eco-Friendly Commerce Honor
Eco-Business Regional Awards, 2021
Come Visit Us
Discover the flavor of bona fide Italian pizza in an inviting, friendly setting