Our Story
Making genuine Italian pizza with dedication since 1985
From Naples to Your Neighborhood
'HarborBookCorner started with one vision: to share true Neapolitan pizza with London. Opened by the Bianchi lineage in 1985, our little pizzeria began as a humble family business with recipes that have been in the family for ages.
Marco Bianchi, our progenitor, mastered pizza creation during her travels across Italy, learning from legendary pizza masters in Naples—the pizza cradle. Back in the UK, she committed to replicating the essence of authentic Italian pizza, adopting ancestral techniques and only the best ingredients.
Our once small 12-seat eatery has now flourished into a cherished neighborhood staple, but our devotion to craftsmanship and authenticity remains intact. We persist in using traditional wood-fired ovens, preparing our dough from scratch every day, and carefully selecting supreme ingredients.
Currently, 'HarborBookCorner is still under the care of the Bianchi descendants, with the kin's next generation at the helm of our zealous crew. Though we have taken up some contemporary innovations, our fundamental purpose endures: to produce luscious, genuine pizzas that unify friends and family.
Our Values
Quality Ingredients
We procure only the freshest, top-tier ingredients, partnering with local growers and Italian merchants to guarantee authentic tastes.
Traditional Methods
Our pizzas are made following enduring practices, with specially fermented dough for 48 hours and cooked in genuine wood-burning ovens.
Community Focus
We aim to be more than just a dining spot—we're a vibrant element of our area, promoting community projects and fostering a place of fellowship for everyone.
Sustainability
We dedicate ourselves to eco-friendly efforts, aiming for minimal food waste, utilizing sustainable packaging, and championing sustainable farming.
Meet Our Team
The devoted individuals behind our delectable pizzas
Marco Bianchi
Owner & Head Chef
Legacy bearers who trained in Naples and have been refining our menu for over a decade and a half.
Christopher Kwok
Sommelier & Beverage Director
Selects our range of beverages with expertise in Italian soft drinks and ideal pizza complements.
What Our Customers Say
This is the closest Neapolitan pizza I've enjoyed outside of Italy. The dough is just the right kind of tender with those enticing char marks that only come from a true wood-fired oven.
John Smith
Awards & Recognition
Premier Pizzeria in Carltonburg
Local Cuisine Honors, 2019-2023
Come Visit Us
Discover the flavor of true Italian pizza in a cordial, inviting setting