Our Tale
Since 1985, we've been dedicated to crafting genuine Italian pizza with enthusiasm
From Naples to Your Community
'FernBorough started with a straightforward ambition: to deliver real Neapolitan pizza to London. The Bianchi family opened our little, intimate pizzeria in 1985, passing down cherished family recipes through the generations.
After learning the craft of pizza creation from skilled pizzaiolos in Naples, Italy's pizza cradle, our progenitor, Marco Bianchi, aimed to replicate the essence of genuine Italian pizza back in the UK. She insisted on using age-old techniques and top-tier ingredients.
Our once humble 12-seat eatery has evolved into a community-favorite brand, yet our promise to premium, authentic products has remained unshaken. We continue to bake our pizzas in traditional wood-fired ovens, prepare fresh dough every day, and select only the best ingredients available.
Presently, 'FernBorough is still a family venture, with the Bianchi's next generation ushering our dedicated crew. Despite incorporating some contemporary innovations, the essence of our enterprise hasn't changed: we create delectable, authentic pizzas that gather folks around.
Our Core Principles
Premium Ingredients
We ensure the flavors are unadulterated by choosing only the freshest and most superior ingredients, collaborating with local growers and Italian suppliers.
Heritage Techniques
We make our pizzas the old-fashioned way, allowing our dough to ferment for a full 48 hours before baking it in classic wood-fired pizza ovens.
Community Orientation
For us, it's more than just serving food—we strive to be an integral part of the locality, backing civic ventures and providing everyone a convivial gathering spot.
Eco-Consciousness
Our commitment to the environment is evident: from cutting down on food waste to using earth-friendly packaging and fostering the sustainable cultivation of produce.
Introducing Our Team
Meet the enthusiastic individuals behind our scrumptious pizzas
Marco Bianchi
Proprietor & Chief Culinary Artist
A second-generation torchbearer of our brand, trained in Naples, refining our recipes for more than a decade and a half.
Anna Smith
Chief Culinary Officer
With her Italian training background, she brings a wealth of 12 years of expertise, passion for seasonal innovations, and an array of new techniques to our kitchen.
Giuseppe Ferrara
Pizza Virtuoso
A native of Naples with a 20-year standing as an artisanal pizza maker, Giuseppe imparts his know-how to all of our burgeoning pizza chefs.
Emily Johnson
Service Manager
Tasked with assuring that every patron's visit is nothing short of extraordinary, Emily directs our hospitality crew with sincerity and proficiency.
Michael Lee
Beverage Expert & Menu Curator
Michael oversees our drink selection, focusing on Italian juices and handpicked pairings that complement our pizzas to perfection.
Customer Endorsements
This is the closest to Neapolitan pizza I've enjoyed outside Italy. The crust possesses that desired chewiness, adorned with signature burnished spots only attainable from a wood-fired oven.
William Brown
Admiring 'FernBorough' for their usage of local produce and commitment to sustainability. You can detect that unique taste with every mouthful. Their rotating specials are eagerly anticipated!
Elizabeth Davis
I've been a patron for numerous years and the excellence has always been consistent. The team makes you feel like part of their family, and the pizza is downright divine. The Truffle Mushroom pizza is not to be missed!
Thomas Martinez
Accolades & Distinctions
Premier Pizzeria in Karlport
Local Gastronomy Awards, 2019-2023
UK's Top 50 Pizza Establishments
National Cuisine Guide, 2021-2023
Genuine Neapolitan Pizza Validation
Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, 2018
Eco-Friendly Operations Award
Eco Business Federation, 2022
Pay Us a Visit
Discover the delightful taste of true Italian pizza in our cozy and friendly setting