PizzaExpress' founder Peter Boizot passes away

Aside from foodservice, Boizot also had affiliations in the music and sports industry.

PizzaExpress has announced that their founder Peter Boizot has died at the age of 89.

Boizot launched their first store in London last march 1965.

“In his 89 years, this remarkable entrepreneur achieved an astonishing amount, not just within the dining industry, but across music, sport, and charity as well. He launched a culinary revolution with the first PizzaExpress in 1965, introducing delicious pizza and casual dining to the UK, inspired by his travels in Italy,” Zoe Bowley, PizzaExpress’ managing director, said.

“His philanthropic work was renowned, raising £2million for the Venice in Peril fund and he inspired the company to continue this charitable mission. Peter’s spirit and vision to bring great pizza to the UK and beyond, and his passion for good food and good times, will live on. We will miss him dearly. Our thoughts are with his friends and family at this time.”