Shapes

Spaghetti is likely one of the most popular varieties of pasta all across the world. But did you know that there are variations to this classic pasta shape? Today we’ll …

While roses are red, violets are blue, gigli pasta is shaped like a lily, isn’t that new? Gigli, the Italian term for “lilies,” is a pasta with a flower-like and …

Despite not being well-known in other parts of Italy, spaccatelle or spaccatella is still one of the staples of sun-dried pastas in the region. It is fantastic to serve either …

Elbow pastas have become a staple of homemade meals throughout the years. From rigatoni to cannelloni to ziti, all of these pastas have been used in the household every once …

Stuffed pasta varieties are one of the most well-known types of pastas in the world. They come in different shapes and sizes, from simple circular ones like ravioli to more …

Being one of the most well-known pasta varieties in the world, ravioli is a household name that everyone is familiar with.  Ravioli gets its name from the Italian word “riavvolgere,” …

Is it pasta? Is it a dumpling? Gnocchi is one of the most wonderfully unique pasta varieties out there.  Gnocchi gets its name from the Italian word “nocchio” which means …

Ribbon-shaped pastas are one of the most well-known pasta varieties in the world. Some of the most popular ones are linguine, fettuccine, and even bavette. But have you heard about …

Spiral pastas are commonly used in chunky or creamy sauces as their extra nooks and crannies allow for much better sauce adherence. A great example of this is fusilli, arguably …

From farfalle to conchiglie, there is a wide variety of pasta shapes inspired by animals and the natural world. Today, we’ll introduce you to occhi di lupo. Have you heard …