Our Journey
Making genuine Italian pizza with dedication since 1985
From the Streets of Napoli to Your Local Community
'ModernLifestyleUpdates was born out of a vision: to introduce the real taste of Neapolitan pizza to London. Birthed by the Rossi household in 1985, our little pizza shop was originally a quaint family venture with deep-rooted recipes passed along familial lines.
Marco Rossi, the pioneer of our brand, acquired her pizzaiolo skills during her excursions across Italy, apprenticing with pizza masters in Naples—the cradle of this culinary delight. After her return to the UK, her ambition was to offer an authentic Italian pizza experience, holding fast to the traditional ways and premium elements.
From an initial cozy 12-seat locale, we've expanded into an adored local dynasty, yet our dedication to the art of pizza stays intact. We retain our old wood-burning oven traditions, prepare our bread base daily from scratch, and source the finest components available.
Presently, 'ModernLifestyleUpdates is still under the proprietorship and operation of the Rossi lineage, with the second generation steering our fervent crew. Even though we've incorporated some contemporary tweaks, the core ethos of our venture prevails: to serve scrumptious, bona fide pizza that unites diners.
Our Principles
Premier Ingredients
We acquire the most pristine, top-tier ingredients, collaborating with nearby agriculturists and Italian purveyors to guarantee true traditional taste.
Heritage Craft
Our pizzas come to life through age-old practices, from leavening dough over 48 hours to baking it in genuine wood-fire ovens.
Community Commitment
We aim to be more than a mere eatery—we act as an integral pillar of our community, fostering local projects and creating a space where everyone feels at home.
Eco-Friendliness
Our commitment extends to eco-friendly initiatives, from minimizing food waste to utilizing green packaging products and promoting sustainable farming.
Meet Our Pioneers
The enthusiastic souls behind our delectable pizzas
Marco Rossi
Proprietor & Lead Chef
A second-generation bearer who honed her craft in Naples and has been refining our offerings for upwards of 15 years.
Catalina Gomez
Head Chef
A maestro from Italy with 12 years of prowess in our kitchen, focusing on dishes that celebrate the seasons.
Gianluca Bianchi
Pizza Virtuoso
A true Napoli native, Gianluca has been sculpting ideal pizzas for over two decades and is the mentor to our burgeoning chefs.
Michelle Taylor
Dining Superintendent
Responsibly curates a superb dining affair and captains our service team with heartfelt zeal and proficiency.
Alex Feng
Beverage Connoisseur
Oversees our drink selection, specializing in Italian sodas and the ideal complements to enhance your pizza experience.
Customer Endorsements
The closest to genuine Neapolitan pizza outside Italy's borders. The dough is just the right level of tender with those signature charred marks from a wood-fired oven.
Edward Bennett
I'm impressed by 'ModernLifestyleUpdates's commitment to sourcing locally and embracing eco-conscious practices. You can discern this distinction with each slice. Their seasonal creations are always a highlight.
Olivia Williams
Frequenting this place for ages and the consistency is remarkable. You're greeted like kin here, and the pizza is downright divine, true to its name. You gotta try the Truffle Mushroom pizza—it's out of this world!
Anthony Lewis
Honors & Accolades
Premier Pizzeria in Karlport
District Food Honors, 2019-2023
UK's Elite 50 Pizzerias
National Food and Dining Index, 2021-2023
Certified Traditional Neapolitan Pizzeria
Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, 2018
Eco-Conscious Enterprise Award
Local Green Commerce Association, 2022
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