Famous Paccheri: the most searched pasta format on the web

We have already spoken several times about pasta: the one most loved by Italians and the one least known. Here we will talk about the one most searched on the web, the paccheri

L&' origin of the Paccheri: where does the name come from

Paccheri are a pasta format typical of Campania, in particular of the city of Gragnano.

These durum wheat semolina tubes are much loved around the world for their ability to hold sauce and condiments, ensuring an explosion of flavors with every bite.

Their name, “pacheri,” seems to derive from the Neapolitan term “pacca,” which means “slap,” probably in reference to the shape of the pasta, which looks like a sturdy handle.

A story steeped in tradition

Paccheri are much more than a simple pasta format; they are a cultural and gastronomic heritage of Campania.

The story of Gragnano pasta, which we have already told, is long and fascinating.

This city has long been considered the capital of high-quality Italian pasta thanks to its ideal climatic conditions and artisanal traditions handed down from generation to generation.

It is a story of passion, dedication and a deep respect for pasta as a culinary art.

Paccheri in the digital world

Today, the world is witnessing an increasing popularity of packets on the web.

Against all expectations, the most sought after pasta formats in the virtual world are not spaghetti (20,000 searches per month) nor fettuccine (only 4,000 monthly searches), but rather paccheri, which record 50,000 monthly searches.

This surprising fact shows how much this pasta is loved and how important it is in modern cuisine.

Paccheri represent much more than a simple pasta format; they are a &' the essence of Italian culinary tradition and culture.

Originally from Gragnano, they have conquered hearts and palates all over the world.

Angela Cordioli

S&M