(This story is sponsored by Pizza Garden.)

As if you need us to list three reasons why Pizza Garden is the greatest—if you appreciate a tasty slice of Neapolitan-style 'za, it’s likely that you’re already eating there on a regular basis.

In this year’s Golden Plates awards, Pizza Garden won the title of “Best Takeout Pizza” as voted on by readers of the Georgia Straight.

To meet the demands of local foodies, Pizza Garden and its partner brand, La Ruota, will be adding two new locations to its existing stores across the Lower Mainland (in Burnaby, North Vancouver, Coquitlam, New Westminster, Kitsilano, and Abbotsford).

Franchising opportunities are even available for Pizza Garden fanatics that just can’t get enough.

Without a doubt, Pizza Garden’s 20 years of experience are what led to its burgeoning popularity, along with the following:

Its fresh toppings and authentic, handcrafted crust

Pizza Garden knows that the quality of toppings can make or break a pizza, which is why the kitchens are stocked with meats imported from Italy, fresh basil, creamy cheeses, sliced vegetables, and more.

The thin Neapolitan-style crust serves as the perfect vessel for Pizza Garden’s gourmet toppings and tomato sauce. After each pizza is carefully constructed, it’s moved into a piping hot stone oven until the cheese begins to bubble.   

The Parma Prosciutto pizza, made with mozzarella, tomato sauce, fior di latte, Grana Padano parmesan, prosciutto, and arugula, is a customer favourite. 

The gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options

Having a specific dietary preference doesn’t mean that you have to miss out on pizza night with your friends. Pizza Garden offers dairy-free cheese that can be substituted for regular cheese on any order.

Diners can also opt for a gluten-free cauliflower crust instead of Pizza Garden’s traditional crust made with flour from Italy.

No meat, no problem—Pizza Garden has more than 12 vegetarian pizza pies to choose from like the Quattro Formaggi (four cheese), Vegetariano, Pizza Magic, and the Caprese.

It’s affordable

Ordering delicious pizza should never break the bank, which is why Pizza Garden provides its valued customers with fairly priced to-go slices and full pizzas.

These can be ordered online on the website, through food delivery services, or enjoyed at any Pizza Garden location.

To learn more about franchise opportunities, visit www.pizzagardenfranchise.com/. For updates, follow Pizza Garden on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.