How PIZZAPIZZA Began

PIZZAPIZZA was born in 2012 from a passion for authentic Italian cuisine and a vision to bring the true essence of Neapolitan pizza to Canada, but with a distinctly Canadian twist that celebrates our local ingredients and culinary creativity.

Our founder, Sophia Romano, spent five years in Naples studying under master pizzaiolos, learning the time-honored techniques that have been passed down through generations. Upon returning to Canada, she was determined to create pizzas that honored those traditions while embracing Canadian influences.

What started as a small pizzeria in Toronto with a single wood-fired oven has grown into a beloved brand known across the country. Despite our growth, we've maintained our commitment to artisanal methods – each pizza is still handcrafted, our dough still ferments for 72 hours, and we still cook exclusively in wood-fired ovens built by Neapolitan artisans.

Our Philosophy

At PIZZAPIZZA, we believe that the best food comes from a perfect balance of tradition and innovation. We honor the centuries-old techniques of Italian pizza-making while embracing the bounty of Canadian ingredients and the diversity of Canadian culinary influences.

We're committed to sustainability, working closely with local farmers and producers to source the finest ingredients with minimal environmental impact. Our restaurants are designed to create a warm, inviting atmosphere that blends rustic Italian charm with contemporary Canadian design sensibilities – much like our pizzas blend culinary traditions.

Our Core Values

Authenticity

We stay true to traditional methods while embracing innovation, creating genuine experiences in everything we do.

Quality

We never compromise on ingredients or techniques, believing that exceptional quality creates exceptional experiences.

Community

We build meaningful connections with our customers, team members, and local producers who share our passion.

Sustainability

We commit to environmentally responsible practices from sourcing to waste reduction, honoring both tradition and planet.

Meet Our Team

Sophia Romano

Founder & Head Pizzaiolo

Trained in Naples for 5 years, Sophia brings authentic Italian techniques fused with Canadian creativity to every pizza she crafts. Her passion for perfect dough fermentation is legendary.

Olivia Martinez

Executive Chef

With experience in Michelin-starred restaurants across Europe, Olivia creates seasonal specials that showcase the best of Canadian ingredients with Italian inspiration.

Marco Chen

Operations Director

Marco ensures that our commitment to quality and authenticity scales seamlessly across all locations while maintaining the warm, inviting atmosphere we're known for.

Emma Tremblay

Sourcing Specialist

Emma works directly with local farmers and Italian importers to secure the finest ingredients, ensuring both quality and sustainability in everything we serve.

David Singh

Creative Director

David brings our Italian-Canadian fusion concept to life through our restaurant design, branding, and overall customer experience, blending rustic tradition with modern elegance.

What People Say

"I've traveled extensively throughout Italy, and PIZZAPIZZA captures the essence of authentic Neapolitan pizza while adding a distinctly Canadian twist. Their commitment to quality ingredients and traditional methods is evident in every bite."

Michael T. | Food Critic, The Toronto Star

"As someone with Italian heritage, I'm incredibly picky about pizza. PIZZAPIZZA has won me over completely. Their 72-hour fermented dough has that perfect balance of crisp exterior and chewy interior that's so hard to find outside of Naples."

Alessandra G. | Regular Customer since 2015

"What sets PIZZAPIZZA apart is not just their exceptional food, but their commitment to sustainability and local sourcing. As a restaurant owner myself, I'm impressed by how they've managed to scale while maintaining their values and quality standards."

James L. | Chef & Restaurateur

Our Story