Our Story
Devotedly producing genuine Italian pizza with enthusiasm since 1985
From Naples to Your Neighborhood
'DriftGarden started with a humble vision: to share true Neapolitan pizza with Naples. Established by the Rossi lineage in 1985, our pizza place began as a quaint, family-owned shop where recipes have been passed through generations.
Marco Rossi, our founder, mastered the pizza craft on her sojourns across Italy, learning from esteemed pizza makers in Naples—pizza's homeland. On her return to the UK, she was inspired to deliver the essence of Italian pizza, adhering to age-old techniques and selecting premium ingredients.
Our journey from a small-scale 12-seat eatery to a cherished neighborhood fixture hasn’t altered our dedication to excellence and originality. We continue to use classic wood-burning oven procedures, craft our dough from scratch daily, and seek out the best ingredients available.
Nowadays, 'DriftGarden is still in the hands of the Rossi family, with the progeny now steering our zealous team. Although we've adopted certain contemporary approaches, our core remains fixed: producing scrumptious, genuine pizza that gathers folks together.
Our Values
Quality Ingredients
We obtain the most pristine, top-tier ingredients, collaborating with neighborhood growers and Italian suppliers to deliver authentic savor.
Traditional Methods
We hone our pizzas employing revered techniques, with dough that undergoes a 48-hour fermentation process and is then cooked in genuine wood-fired ovens.
Community Focus
We aspire to be more than simply a restaurant—we're an integral element of our community, bolstering local enterprises and forging a space of hospitality for everyone.
Sustainability
Our commitment to eco-friendly approaches extends from minimizing food wastage to employing compostable containers and advocating for sustainable farming.
Meet Our Team
The dynamic personalities behind our delectable pizzas
Marco Rossi
Owner & Head Chef
The second-generation proprietor trained in Naples, continuing to refine our pizza recipes for more than 15 years.
Alexa Richardson
Executive Chef
An Italy-educated culinary expert with a 12-year track record, honing our kitchen's offerings, especially our rotating seasonal highlights.
Luca Bianchi
Master Pizzaiolo
A Naples native, Luca has been producing exquisite pizzas for upwards of two decades and imparts his expertise to our pizza chefs in training.
Emma Williams
Restaurant Manager
Emma ensures each patron enjoys a standout dining journey and guides our service team with affability and proficiency.
Henry Wong
Beverage Director
Henry oversees our beverage selections, specializing in Italian sodas and excellent pizza companions.
What Our Customers Say
The closest to genuine Neapolitan pizza I've experienced outside of Italy's borders. The dough features that signature chewiness along with the distinctive char marks that only a wood oven yields.
Ethan Murphy
I'm impressed that 'DriftGarden is dedicated to local produce and practices sustainability. The quality is discernible in every morsel. Anticipating their seasonal offerings is always thrilling!
Olivia Parker
I've patronized this place for countless years and their standard remains unshaken. The team welcomes you as their own, and their pizza... it's veritably divine. The Truffle Mushroom pizza is a must-have!
Isaac Gonzalez
Awards & Recognition
Premier Pizzeria in Karlport
Culinary Town Awards, 2019-2023
UK's Top 50 Pizza Establishments
Elite Dining Guide, 2021-2023
Genuine Neapolitan Pizza Acknowledgment
Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, 2018
Award for Eco-friendly Business Operations
Eco Business Community, 2022
Come Visit Us
Revel in the flavors of authentic Italian pizza within an inviting and convivial ambiance