Our Narrative
Creating genuine Italian pizza with a touch of passion since 1985
From Naples to Your Local Community
'Slices & Spices Pizzeria' was born out of a simple vision: to offer true Neapolitan pizza to Rome. Established by the Bianchi kin in 1985, our pizza shop began as a humble family enterprise with ancestral recipes passed down through the ages.
Sofia Bianchi, our trailblazer, honed her pizza craft during her explorations across Italy, learning from esteemed Neapolitan pizza artisans. Once back in the UK, her mission was to recreate the essence of genuine Italian pizza, adhering to age-old techniques and selecting only the best ingredients.
From an initial quaint 12-seater eatery, our pizzeria has flourished into a cherished local staple while our dedication to excellence and authenticity remains solid. Our age-old wood-fired oven practices persist, we prepare our dough afresh every morning, and continuously seek out premium quality components for our pizzas.
Presently, 'Slices & Spices Pizzeria' is still under family governance, with the Bianchi progeny at the helm. While we've incorporated sensible contemporary innovations, our core ethos endures: concocting splendid, bona fide pizza that unites folks.
Our Principles
Top-notch Ingredients
Our commitment is to fresh, superior ingredients, partnering with area growers and Italian suppliers for genuine tastes.
Ancestral Techniques
We fashion our pizzas using longstanding techniques, fermenting our dough over 48 hours and baking it in original wood-fired ovens.
A Focus on Community
We aim to be more than just a dining place—we are an integral part of the community, backing local projects and fostering an inclusive environment.
Eco-conscientiousness
Our pledge is to eco-friendly processes, from minimizing food waste, utilizing renewable packaging, to encouraging sustainable farming.
Meet Our Squad
Meet the dedicated individuals behind our flavorsome pizzas
Sofia Bianchi
Proprietor & Lead Chef
The second-generation proprietor who has refined our recipes for upwards of 15 years since her apprenticeship in Naples.
Emma Lopez
Creative Chef
Trained in Italy, Emma Lopez carries 12 years of culinary talent to our kitchen, excelling in inventive seasonal dishes.
Luca Bianchi
Pizza Virtuoso
A native of Naples, Luca has been assembling impeccable pizzas for over two decades and mentors all our pizzaiolos.
Isabella Smith
Operations Manager
Isabella ensures every patron enjoys a remarkable dining journey and steers our frontline staff with heartfelt leadership and efficacy.
Alexander Wu
Beverage Aficionado
Alexander Wu oversees our beverage selection, specializing in Italian soft drinks and harmonious pairings with our pizzas.
Customer Impressions
This is the most authentic Neapolitan pizza I've savored outside Italy. Each bite offers a stretchy crust with those desirable charred bubbles that can only arise in a wood-fired oven.
Edward Harris
I appreciate that 'Slices & Spices Pizzeria' champions locality in ingredients and sustainable agendas. Each mouthful reflects these values. Their rotating specials are a delight.
Lisa Brown
I've been a regular for numerous years and their high standards remain constant. The ambiance is like joining a second family, and the pizza... it's simply divine. The Truffle Mushroom pizza is not to be missed.
Steven Gonzalez
Honors & Acknowledgments
Premier Pizzeria in Karlport
District Food Accolades, 2019-2023
Top 50 Pizza Establishments in the UK
Country-wide Dining Almanac, 2021-2023
Certification of Neapolitan Pizza Authenticity
Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, 2018
Eco-conscious Enterprise Award
Regional Eco-friendly Business Coalition, 2022
Plan Your visit
Discover the flavors of authentic Italian pizza in a convivial and inviting ambiance