Traditional Italian Abruzzese Guitar-Cut Pasta with Tiny Meatballs Story of the Dish Spaghetti alla chitarra con pallottine is one of the most iconic dishes of the Teramo area and one of the most distinctive expressions of Abruzzese pasta tradition. It combines fresh pasta cut on the chitarra with tiny hand-rolled meatballs known as pallottine. The square, slightly rough pasta catches the light tomato ragù beautifully. The pallottine are the defining detail. They are not ord

Tagliolini with Favette, Morel Mushrooms, Saffron and Aged Parmigiano Story of the Dish Story of the Dish This is a spring luxury pasta: fresh favette, earthy morel mushrooms, saffron and aged Parmigiano. It has the elegance of northern Italy but with Mediterranean brightness. The favette bring sweetness, the mushrooms bring depth, saffron gives perfume, and Parmigiano ties everything together. This is the kind of pasta that feels simple but tastes expensive. Ingredients Serv

Italian Pappardelle with Venison and Porcini Ragù Story of the Dish Fresh Egg Pappardelle with Slow Cooked Venison, Porcini Mushrooms, Red Wine, Aromatic Herbs and Parmigiano Reggiano By Chef Gianluca Deiana Pappardelle al Ragù di Cervo e Porcini is a serious Italian game pasta built around slow cooking, concentration, and balance. Venison has a deeper, more mineral character than beef. Porcini bring woodland aromas and natural umami, while red wine provides acidity and struc