
Bernardo learned to cook in his mamma’s wood-fired kitchen on the Amalfi Coast, long before he ever picked up a pizza peel professionally. Now he brings that same simple, seasonal, wood-fired cooking to Matakana.






Turning 16 or 60, or celebrating another big milestone? A big birthday bash, or intimate wedding in the garden - Italian in the Village brings the wood-fired oven, the tuk-tuks and true Italian hospitality to your venue; anywhere in Matakana and beyond. Fresh pizza and handmade pasta, prepared and cooked live in front of your guests.
Learn more"Growing up in Italy, I used to watch my mom cook everyday. That's how I first learnt to cook and how my passion started. Now I want to share all those amazing recipes with you."
We've mastered the right balance of prep, and getting involved in the process, to keep things entertaining, informative, and delicious!


Look out for our beautiful pizza bases and sauce, and calzone to quick-start your family meal at home. Widely stocked in Matakana Village and surrounding areas; Omaha, Snells Beach, Warkworth, and up to Mangawhai.
Contact us for specific stockist location details, or if you're interested in our products for your own venue or store.