Our Tale
Making genuine Italian pizza with ardor since 1985
From Naples to Your Local Area
'PepperMeadows started with a vision: to offer real Neapolitan pizza to Rome. Established by the Rossi household in 1985, our pizza shop was a small enterprise owned by the family, with recipes passed down through the ages.
Marco Rossi, our patriarch, mastered the craft of pizza during his voyages across Italy, learning from notable pizza makers in Naples, where pizza originated. Once back in the UK, her ambition was to reproduce the enchanting experience of Italian pizza, embracing age-old techniques and selecting the purest ingredients.
Originally a humble establishment with just 12 seats, it's now a cherished local spot, and we've always remained true to superior quality and genuineness. We continue to use wood-fired oven methods, our dough is prepared fresh each day, and we seek out the top-tier ingredients available.
Currently, 'PepperMeadows' is still under the stewardship of the Rossi family's second wave, guiding our enthusiastic staff. Even as we've integrated some contemporary advances, the core of our operation, creating savory, authentic pizza to unite folks, stays unaltered.
Our Principles
Premium Ingredients
We obtain the most pristine, top-quality ingredients, collaborating with local growers and purveyors from Italy to maintain genuine tastes.
Conventional Techniques
Our pizzas come to life through historic practices, with dough that rests for two days and baking in original wood-fired ovens.
Focus on Community
Our ambitions go beyond the kitchen—we aspire to be an integral part of the neighborhood, endorsing local activities and fostering a hospitable environment for everyone.
Eco-friendly Practices
Our commitment to the environment is steadfast, from minimizing food waste to opting for eco-conscious packaging and advocating sustainable farming.
Meet Our Crew
The devoted individuals serving our exquisite pizzas
Marco Rossi
Proprietor & Lead Chef
The second-generation chief, mentored in Naples, has been refining our recipes for over a decade and a half.
Customer Endorsements
This is the closest to Neapolitan pizza I've tasted without leaving the country. The crust strikes the ideal balance of chewiness, and the charred bubbles are a clear sign of an expertly handled wood-fired oven.
James Wilson
Accolades & Commendations
Premier Pizzeria in Karlport
Local Gastronomy Awards, 2019-2023
Plan Your Visit
Delve into the taste of true Italian pizza in our cordial and familial setting