Leo’s Pizzeria: Ten years of serving authentic Italian pizzas in the capital
Leo’s Pizzeria, a Delhi-based restaurant, is celebrating its tenth anniversary with plans for regional expansion after gaining international recognition. Founder Amol Kumar reflects on his journey from a hospitality student to a pioneer of authentic Neapolitan pizza in India.
Why it matters
The success of independent restaurants in a challenging market provides a case study for culinary entrepreneurship and the growth of artisanal food culture in India.
Statistically, only about 15 to 20% of independent restaurants survive a decade; a survival rate that has shrunk further in recent years. When Amol Kumar launched Leo’s Pizzeria in a quiet by-lane off Delhi’s MG Road in December 2016, he was not looking to build a long-term legacy. He was only trying to survive.
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