The Shape of Pasta
The Shape of Pasta

The Shape of Pasta

2020 1 Seasons 8 Episodes ⭐ 9.0 Documentary

A new series from Chef Evan Funke spotlighting his searches in Italy for the remaining masters of pasta. The series explores the culture, history and lore behind the unique shapes and textures of the staple food in an effort to save them forever.

A new series from Chef Evan Funke spotlighting his searches in Italy for the remaining masters of pasta. The series explores the culture, history and lore behind the unique shapes and textures of the staple food in an effort to save them forever.

Seasons & Episodes

EP 1

Rasccatieddi di Miscchieddu

Evan travels to Teana to explore the nearly extinct pasta shape, Rasccatieddi di Miscchieddu.

EP 2

Agnolotti Del Plin

Travel to Roddino to uncover the secrets of the stuffed pasta, Agnolotti Del Plin.

EP 3

Strangulet

Follow Evan as he tracks down a woman in a photo and learns the secrets of the forgotten shape, Strangulet.

EP 4

Busiate

Get down to the grain in Trapani for the 101 on the handmade shape, Busiate.

EP 5

Trofie

Join the local Nonnas as they tackle the sharp and twisted shape, Trofie.

EP 6

Corzetti

Evan hits Chiavari to craft the uniquely stamped pasta, Corzetti. Delicate and delicious.

EP 7

Testaroli

Head to Pontremoli and unearth the most ancient pasta shape yet, Testaroli.

EP 8

Journey Home

The journey home brings all the ancient shapes to a new generation of pasta lovers.

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Evan Funke
Evan Funke