There’s nothing like fresh pasta.
Never before have I uttered this statement. Italian food and I were merely strangers. Now, acquaintances. And suddenly, I want to become its best friend.
photo cred: Sifu Renka
Tagliatelle, papardelle, fettuccine, gnudi…want to try it all. And I’ve been to Italy. Cue Rome, Milan & Florence. Mind is not conjuring up out-of-this-world pasta (what did we EAT?!)…memories are of gelato and beautiful Italian men. Shame. Well, just means I need to go back.
Instead of regaling you with inadequate descriptions of how ridiculously good hand-cut pasta can be…will urge you to visit two restaurants that have personally sealed it for me. Thanks John B.
Tutti Matti (Adelaide W. & Charlotte) – http://www.tuttimatti.com/
Buca (King W. & Portland) – http://www.buca.ca/
What are your favourites? Send & share pls.
(sidenote: best carpaccio di manzo in the city)
photo cred: Jen Chan
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Oh Kim, you are welcome..however, we are just scratching the surface!!!
Let me begin by saying I have been to Florence and the outlying regions a Buca “GETS IT” and TUTTI MATTI “Lives and breathes it”..Bravo…Bravo. I can’t say this for many Italian restaurants in the city.
Your heart will be swollen with Italian!!
Stay tuned!
John B