Our Story

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The Pizzaiolo Journey

Pizzaiolo was founded in 2007 with a simple mission: to bring authentic Italian pizza to Canada while incorporating the finest local ingredients. Our founder, Maria Rossi, spent five years in Naples learning from master pizzaiolos before returning to Canada to start her own pizzeria.

The name "Pizzaiolo" (Italian for "pizza maker") reflects our commitment to the craft of pizza making. We honor traditional techniques while embracing Canadian flavors and innovations. What started as a single location has grown into a beloved chain across Canada, but our dedication to quality and authenticity remains unchanged.

Our Philosophy

At Pizzaiolo, we believe that great pizza comes from great ingredients, passion, and technique. We make our dough fresh daily using a slow fermentation process, source local ingredients whenever possible, and cook our pizzas in specially designed ovens that reach the perfect temperature for that ideal crust.

We're proud to be part of the Canadian food scene, bringing together Italian tradition and Canadian innovation in every pizza we make.

Our Milestones

  • 2007

    First Pizzaiolo location opens in Toronto

  • 2010

    Expanded to 5 locations across Ontario

  • 2012

    Won "Best Pizza in Canada" award

  • 2015

    Launched our sustainable sourcing initiative

  • 2018

    Opened our 25th location

  • 2020

    Enhanced delivery services nationwide

  • 2023

    Celebrated our 50th location and 1 millionth pizza

Our Values

Passion

We pour our hearts into every pizza we make, treating pizza-making as an art form that deserves respect and dedication.

Quality

We never compromise on ingredients, techniques, or service. Excellence is our standard, not our goal.

Sustainability

We're committed to environmentally friendly practices, from sourcing ingredients to packaging and delivery methods.

Community

We believe in giving back to the communities we serve through partnerships, donations, and active involvement.

Meet Our Team

Team member 1

Maria Rossi

Founder & CEO

Maria trained in Naples for 5 years before bringing authentic pizza techniques to Canada. Her passion for quality and tradition drives our company vision.

Team member 2

Sophia Chen

Head Chef

With over 15 years of culinary experience, Sophia develops our innovative recipes that combine Italian tradition with Canadian flavors.

Team member 3

Daniel Thompson

Operations Director

Daniel ensures that every Pizzaiolo location maintains our high standards of quality, service, and efficiency across Canada.

Team member 4

Emily Johnson

Sustainability Manager

Emily leads our initiatives to source ingredients ethically, reduce waste, and minimize our environmental footprint across all operations.

Team member 5

Marco Bianchi

Master Pizzaiolo

Born and raised in Naples, Marco brings generations of pizza-making expertise to our training program, ensuring authentic techniques in every location.

What Our Customers Say

"The best pizza I've had outside of Italy. The crust is perfect—crispy yet chewy. Pizzaiolo has become our Friday night tradition!"

Sarah M.

Toronto, ON

"Their commitment to quality ingredients really shows in the taste. My family loves the Canadian Supreme—it's a perfect blend of traditional technique and local flavors."

Michael R.

Vancouver, BC

"Fast delivery and the pizza always arrives hot and fresh. The online ordering system is so easy to use, and their customer service is excellent."

Jessica T.

Montreal, QC

Taste the Pizzaiolo Difference

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