Tanio Pizza, co-founded by Kara-Jessica and Seb, established a permanent location at Duke of Catford Pub in January 2025 but announced its closure effective March 16, citing heartbreak and uncertainty for their future. Initially started during lockdown in 2020 after Seb lost his job, the pizza business grew within their community but suffered drastically after the closure of Catford Mews in October 2024 due to significant management arrears. While some financial support from Lewisham Council was hoped for, it proved insufficient amid ongoing struggles.
"We didn't think we'd be in this position again, especially so soon, and it's heartbreaking."
"We had sacrificed so much to make the leap to have our first permanent home."
"It was difficult to get in direct contact with the Council at first, but we did reach them eventually."
"They did give us some funds, but unfortunately, it wasn't enough to cover our bills for the month, let alone until the end of the year."
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