Our Origins
Excelling in genuine Italian pizza-making with dedication since 1985
From the Heart of Naples to Your Local Community
'MeadowPocketGlass started with a vision: to share true Neapolitan pizza with Rome. The Bianchi clan established our family-focused pizzeria in 1985, rooted in generations-passed-down recipes.
Marco Bianchi, our visionary, mastered her pizza skills exploring Italy, gleaning knowledge from Naples's revered pizza masters. Returning to the UK, she aimed to replicate that classic Italian pizza authenticity, honoring old-style methods and top-tier ingredients.
Our once humble 12-seat establishment has blossomed into a treasured culinary fixture, yet we've remained staunch in our standards of excellence and realness. We persist in employing historical wood-fired oven techniques, preparing our dough from scratch each day, and seeking the finest produce available.
Now under the stewardship of the Bianchi's next generation, 'MeadowPocketGlass' upholds its familial values at its core, steering a skilled crew. While open to new techniques, we're unwavering in our purpose: offering delectable, true pizza that forges connections.
Our Core Principles
Pristine Produce
We endeavour to secure the most pristine, exceptional produce, forming partnerships with local growers and Italian providers to guarantee genuine taste.
Heritage Craft
Our pizzas are born from age-old practices, including a 48-hour fermentation process for our dough and baking in genuine wood-fired ovens.
Community Engagement
Our goal is to enrich our community beyond being a dining spot; we take part in local initiatives and foster a supportive environment for everyone.
Eco-consciousness
Our pledge is toward eco-friendly operations, from minimizing food waste to choosing sustainable packaging and promoting green farming.
Meet Our Devoted Team
Discover the dedicated individuals creating our sumptuous pizzas
Marco Bianchi
Proprietor & Lead Chef
Lead of the second generation who trained in Naples and has been refining our pizza recipes for over 15 years.
Emma Smith
Senior Chef
An Italy-trained chef with a 12-year culinary record, specializing in seasonal creations.
Luca Brown
Pizza Maestro
A Naples native, Luca has been shaping perfect pizzas for over two decades and mentors our pizza chefs.
Anna Johnson
Restaurant Manager
Ensuring superlative guest experiences and guiding our host team with friendliness and precision.
Eric Lee
Beverage Specialist & Director
He selects our beverage offerings, specializing in Italian juices and complementary drinks for our pizzas.
Customer Accolades
The closest to Neapolitan pizza I've experienced outside Italy. The dough is flawlessly soft with those enticing char marks that only come from a true wood-fired oven.
John Smith
I'm captivated by 'MeadowPocketGlass's commitment to using neighborhood ingredients and engaging in sustainable practices. The distinction in flavor is palpable with each slice. Their seasonal offerings are eagerly anticipated!
Emily Clark
I've been a patron for ages, and the excellence is unwavering. You're received like kin, and the pizza is sheer delight. The Truffle Mushroom pie is a must-try!
Thomas Martinez
Distinctions & Honors
Top Pizzeria in Karlport
Local Culinary Honors, 2019-2023
Top 50 Pizza Places in the UK
Nationwide Food Critics, 2021-2023
Certified Genuine Neapolitan Pizza
Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, 2018
Eco-Friendly Business Award
Regional Eco Initiative, 2022
Join Us
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