Our Legacy
Creating genuine Italian pizza with dedication since 1985
A Journey from Napoli to Your Community
'CalmRiverHouse' started off with an ambitious goal: to serve up true Neapolitan pizza in Rome. Established by the Rossi clan in 1985, our pizza shop began as a humble family venture with time-honored recipes passed down from ancestors.
The brains behind our establishment, Marco Rossi, became adept at crafting pizza following her extensive explorations in Italy, absorbing knowledge from renowned pizza chefs in Naples—pizza's place of origin. Once back in the UK, she endeavored to capture the essence of authentic Italian pizza, upholding ancestral techniques and sourcing only the premium components.
Starting as a quaint pizzeria with just 12 seats, we've risen to be a treasured community favorite, yet our adherence to excellence and originality remains steadfast. Today, we still employ traditional wood-fired ovens, prepare our dough from scratch each day, and procure top-tier ingredients for our culinary creations.
The 'CalmRiverHouse' legacy thrives under the stewardship of the Rossi family's second generation, guiding our enthusiastic crews. While we've adopted contemporary enhancements, at the core of our business is a steadfast commitment: to produce delectable, authentic pizza that unites friends and family.
Core Principles
Premium Ingredients
We handpick the most pristine, high-caliber ingredients by partnering with local growers and Italian suppliers to guarantee genuine tastes.
Time-Honored Techniques
We shape our pizzas with classic methods, allowing dough to rise for 48 hours and baking it within authentic wood-fuelled ovens.
Focus on Community
Our belief transcends being a mere eatery—we aspire to be a vital piece of our community, endorsing neighborhood efforts and offering a hospitable environment for everyone.
Eco-Consciousness
We are steadfast in our ecological commitments, from diminishing wasted food to embracing recyclable packaging and backing sustainable farming practices.
Our Passionate Team
Get acquainted with the devoted individuals responsible for our scrumptious pizzas
Marco Rossi
Proprietor & Chef de Cuisine
Family's second-generation proprietor, honed her skills in Naples, and has been refining our recipes for more than 15 years.
Isabella Garcia
Head Chef
Adept in Italian cooking, she contributes a decade of culinary insight to our kitchen, particularly skilled in crafting seasonal dishes.
Lorenzo Bianchi
Pizza Virtuoso
Hailing from Naples, Lorenzo has dedicated over two decades to perfecting pizza creation and mentors our nascent pizza chefs.
Emily Parker
Maître d'
Guarantees every patron experiences outstanding service and guides our front-of-house staff with friendliness and competence.
Alex Tan
Beverage Curator
Oversees our beverage catalog, specializing in a variety of Italian sodas and harmonious pizza accompaniments.
Customer Endorsements
This place offers the most genuine Neapolitan pizza experience one could find beyond the borders of Italy. The crust strikes the perfect balance of tenderness, punctuated by delightful charred spots that are the hallmark of an expertly managed wood-fired oven.
Edward Bennett
Appreciating 'CalmRiverHouse' for its commitment to local produce and ethical practices is easy when you can see the superiority in every morsel. Their timely specials are consistently a delight to anticipate!
Katherine Evans
I've frequented this establishment for an extensive period, and the excellence in their offerings remains unwavering. The ambiance is like home, and the pizza is nothing short of celestial—as one might infer from their name. Don't overlook the Truffle Fungus pizza!
Andrew Sullivan
Accolades & Distinctions
Premier Pizzeria in Karlport
City Culinary Awards, 2019-2023
Top 50 Pizza Establishments in the UK
UK Dining Index, 2021-2023
Genuine Neapolitan Pizza Acknowledgment
Authentic Neapolitan Pizza Association, 2018
Exemplary Sustainable Enterprise Commendation
Eco-Friendly Business Network, 2022
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