Our Heritage
Passionately making genuine Italian pizza since 1985
Naples to Your Local Area
'RidgeHaven' was born from a vision to offer true Neapolitan pizza to London. Established by the Bianchi lineage in 1985, our local pizzeria was initially a quaint, family-oriented place, boasting recipes passed down for generations.
Marco Bianchi, the pioneer of our establishment, mastered pizza-making across Italy, learning from esteemed pizzaiolos in Naples, the home of pizza. After her journey, she came back to the UK, driven to replicate the wonder of authentic Italian pizza, conserving traditional techniques and sourcing premium ingredients.
Starting with just 12 seats, our pizzeria has expanded into a renowned neighborhood gem, yet our dedication to excellence and authenticity has persistently remained. We continue utilizing time-tested wood-fired ovens, preparing our dough from scratch every day, and selecting the best ingredients available.
Presently, 'RidgeHaven' is still in the hands of our founding family, with the Bianchi progeny now at the helm of a devoted team. Although we've integrated some new technology, our core philosophy endures: to produce delightful, authentic pizzas that unite friends and family.
Our Principles
Premium Ingredients
We obsess over freshness and quality, partnering with local growers and Italian providers for genuine tastes.
Heritage Techniques
Our pizzas are fashioned with respect for age-old traditions, including a 48-hour dough fermentation and cooking in genuine wood-burning ovens.
Community Engagement
We aim to be more than a dining space—we are active in our community, endorsing local causes and offering a hospitable environment for everyone.
Eco-Friendly Practices
Our commitment to the planet comes through in our eco-conscious actions, from minimizing food waste to using biodegradable packaging and backing sustainable farming.
Our Passionate Team
The talented individuals creating our scrumptious pizzas
Marco Bianchi
Proprietor & Lead Chef
This second-generation custodian has honed our recipes for more than 15 years, following training in Naples.
Isabella Torres
Head Chef
An alumnus of Italy's culinary schools, bringing a decade of gastronomic savoir-faire, with a penchant for seasonal delights.
Luca Ricci
Master Pizzaiolo
A native of Naples, Luca has been shaping perfect pizzas for over two decades and mentors our aspiring pizza chefs.
Emma Green
Restaurant Manager
Making sure every visit is extraordinary, she steers our service staff with kindness and proficiency.
Ethan Lee
Beverage Director
He oversees our drink selection, focusing on Italian sodas and the ideal match for each pizza.
Customer Endorsements
This is the closest to Neapolitan pizza I've tasted outside Italy's borders. The dough is just the right amount of tender, with the trademark char marks that only a wood-fired oven can produce.
Edward Bennett
Appreciation for 'RidgeHaven's dedication to local produce and eco-conscious measures. The quality is evident in every slice. And the rotating specialties are a high point!
Olivia Smith
I've returned for years, and they consistently maintain high standards. The atmosphere is always welcoming, like being amongst family, and the pizza is blissful. Don't skip on the Truffle Mushroom pie!
David Garcia
Accolades & Distinctions
Premier Pizzeria in Karlport
City Food Honors, 2019-2023
UK's Top 50 Pizza Spots
Nationwide Eatery Index, 2021-2023
Certified Traditional Neapolitan Pizza
Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, 2018
Green Business Practice Honor
Area's Green Business Collective, 2022
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