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February 28, 2023

Gragnano, the Birthplace of Dried Pasta

Gragnano is a town located in the Campania region of Italy, which has a long history of pasta-making dating back to the Middle Ages.
August 25, 2022

Dried Pasta Is Better

……… I really hate to say it but dried pasta is better! OK, now before my inbox gets flooded with angry mail, let me explain. I […]
December 1, 2015

Commercial Dry Pasta vs. Artisan Dried Pasta

Though you may not think there is much of a different between different types of pasta, there really is. From quality to taste, the process of […]
November 5, 2015

San Marzano Tomatoes: Are They the Best?

If you are an Italian food connoisseur, then you have probably heard of San Marzano tomatoes. Oftentimes, you will see that recipes call for these tomatoes, […]
October 15, 2015

TASTE Philadelphia Festival

Here at Vera Pasta, we are pleased to announce that we will be participating in this year’s 2015 TASTE Philadelphia Festival of Food, Wine and Spirits. […]
October 14, 2015

Is Your Restaurant Losing Money by Making Fresh Pasta In-House?

While making fresh pasta in-house can seem cheap, you have to consider other, non-monetary factors when it comes to your restaurant turning a profit. You have […]
October 6, 2015

Different Types of Pasta

Though there are many different types of pasta, most can be categorized into groups by shape. These groups can tell you what sauces or dishes a […]
October 2, 2015

The Best Wine and Fresh Pasta Pairings

Meals made with fresh pasta are always delicious, but this deliciousness can be taken to a whole new level when paired with the right wine. Whether […]
September 28, 2015

What Makes a Pasta “Artisan?”

As high-quality, artisan foods are growing in popularity, people often wonder what it really means to be an artisan, and why it makes a difference to […]