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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Pasta made in Greece by Michailidis from Minor Asia and Konstantinidis of Jewish descent – The first steps of a Greek company that made history

The article discusses the founding of the first Greek pasta factory, MISKO, which began operations in 1927 in Piraeus, highlighting the collaboration between two entrepreneurs from different backgrounds.

Feb 27 • 12:55 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

What effects do konjac noodles have on the body and who should not consume them?

This article discusses the health effects of konjac noodles, highlighting their high fiber content and suitability for low-calorie or gluten-free diets.

Feb 27 • 11:21 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

What to check out this weekend: Gorillaz, Chris Fleming and a pasta salad

This article highlights entertainment options for the weekend including performances by Gorillaz and comedian Chris Fleming.

Feb 27 • 05:35 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

This Week's Super Combo: Olympic Pasta and Alpine Wine

The article discusses a unique pasta designed for the Winter Olympics, paired with wine recommendations.

Feb 26 • 05:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Imperia Bar: A bar that doesn’t take itself too seriously

Imperia Bar in Munich offers a unique blend of experiences beyond typical bar offerings, including flower arranging, pasta, bingo, and fashion shows, all while operating in a space that will eventually be demolished.

Feb 25 • 16:58 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

The Biggest Lie of Italian Cuisine? Pasta Carbonara May Not Even Be an Invention of the Italians

This article discusses the contested origins of pasta carbonara, suggesting it may not be an Italian invention as commonly believed.

Feb 25 • 09:47 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Life & Tech

Why what we often cook is not the Italian classic pasta carbonara

The article discusses the differences between the Italian classic pasta carbonara and its Latvian interpretations, highlighting key ingredients and cooking methods that diverge from the traditional recipe.

Feb 24 • 22:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Mary Berry's 20-minute pasta bake recipe will 'go down well' with the entire family

Mary Berry shares a quick and tasty chicken pasta bake recipe that is easy to prepare and freezer-friendly, aimed at family meals.

Feb 24 • 11:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Make pasta sauces smoother and silkier every time with no added ingredients

A food scientist shares a simple method to enhance pasta sauce without additional ingredients by optimizing the water used for boiling pasta.

Feb 24 • 09:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Crackdown on traffickers continues in forest area after seizure of plane with drugs

Police continue their operation in southeastern Tocantins after seizing a plane with approximately 500 kilograms of base pasta cocaine, resulting in four suspects dead.

Feb 23 • 14:40 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Olympics, record in the mess: 10,000 eggs, 365 kg of pasta and 60 kg of cheese used daily in the Villages

Italian food has become a highlight of the Winter Olympics in Milan, with athletes consuming impressive quantities of pasta, eggs, and cheese.

Feb 22 • 14:32 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

With four eyes.. a creature shaped like pasta astonishes scientists

A newly discovered ancient fish species with a peculiar four-eyed structure fascinates researchers due to its unique anatomical features.

Feb 22 • 08:55 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

Chefs Skopec and Sekerka comment on the 20 most common cooking myths: oil in pasta, blood in steak, and the microwave

Famous Slovak chefs František Skopec and Pavol Sekerka debunk common cooking myths regarding pasta preparation and microwave usage.

Feb 19 • 14:51 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

A Journey into the Heart of Egyptian Cuisine between the "Béchamel" of Palaces and the "Raqaq" of Ancestors and the Victories of "Um Ali"

This article explores the rich history and cultural significance of traditional Egyptian dishes, highlighting the stories behind iconic meals such as Béchamel pasta, Raqaq, and Um Ali.

Feb 19 • 10:11 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Pasta That 'Bores' One, but Conquers Everyone Else

Russian-born figure skater Gleb Smolkin criticized Italian pasta while attending the Olympic dining facility, raising eyebrows over cultural sensibilities around food.

Feb 19 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

MAKVEL: From signing a deal on a napkin to investments of 26 million euros

The pasta industry MAKVEL-EURIMAC in Kilkis, Greece, aims for maximum sales and operational profitability by 2027 following significant investments and plans for modernization.

Feb 17 • 16:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Confit cherry tomatoes with pasta: Jornal do Campo teaches recipe with cherry tomatoes

A Brazilian cooking segment presents a recipe for confit cherry tomatoes with pasta, featuring tips from chef Brunna Pllazzon.

Feb 15 • 10:34 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

Pasta, camels, and 'the Westerner': unique frescoes found in a 1,300-year-old tomb

Researchers have discovered unique frescoes in a tomb dating back 1,300 years, depicting scenes of daily life during the Tang dynasty.

Feb 14 • 09:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Home cook calculates how long to cook pasta for perfect al dente texture

A home cook has found optimal cooking times for 31 pasta shapes to achieve the perfect al dente texture, highlighting discrepancies with box instructions.

Feb 14 • 03:06 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

Meat, pasta, toothpaste, and too much sex: when explanations for doping exceed fantasy

The article discusses various unusual justifications athletes have given for doping violations, exploring the absurdity of some of these explanations.

Feb 13 • 20:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I ate Ed Sheeran's £20 pasta — it was one of the worst dishes I’ve ever eaten

A restaurant review critiques Ed Sheeran's Bertie Blossoms pasta, deeming it one of the worst dishes ever tasted for its high price.

Feb 13 • 14:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK households urged to turn their pasta sauce jars upside down this weekend

A food expert advises UK households to store opened pasta sauce jars upside down to reduce food waste and prolong freshness.

Feb 13 • 09:14 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Food waste: Towards the end of expiration dates on pasta and rice?

A call has been made to eliminate expiration dates on pasta and rice to reduce food waste in the European Union.

Feb 13 • 08:02 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Sports

Olympic athletes love pasta. And they're in the right place

Olympic athletes are excited to indulge in pasta, a staple food for their carbohydrate needs, during the Winter Games in Italy.

Feb 12 • 12:30 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Pasta, the best friend of Olympic athletes

Olympic athletes are major consumers of pasta, benefitting from its carbohydrate-rich content to enhance their performance goals.

Feb 12 • 07:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

From pasta to therapies: how understanding Alzheimer helps slow its progression

The article discusses the relationship between the understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and how it can aid in slowing its progression.

Feb 12 • 01:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Olympic Food is 'Buono': 450 kg of Pasta Daily, Competing Spirit Against Paris

The meals at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics are receiving positive reviews for their taste and variety, featuring an impressive daily capacity of pasta served to athletes.

Feb 11 • 22:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

450 kg of pasta a day and a special chocolate cake: what do the Olympians eat

The article discusses the dietary habits of athletes during the Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina, focusing on the variety of food available to them, including traditional Italian cuisine.

Feb 11 • 22:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Mary Berry's easy bolognese pasta bake recipe is perfect for midweek dinners

Mary Berry shares a simple and time-saving bolognese pasta bake recipe ideal for busy families.

Feb 10 • 12:31 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

Quick and Simple: Improved Pasta Bake That the Whole Family Will Enjoy

A chef provides essential tips for cooking pasta perfectly to avoid common mistakes.

Feb 9 • 13:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Make this 'Desi Pasta' for breakfast, Chef Kunal shares the recipe

Chef Kunal Kapoor shares an easy homemade recipe for 'Desi Pasta' that serves as a healthier alternative to traditional snacks for both kids and adults.

Feb 8 • 11:47 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Famous actor stole a bite from a woman in a restaurant, people: 'I would allow him anything'

Actor Jason Momoa went viral for playfully stealing a bite of pasta from a woman's plate in a restaurant, delighting viewers online.

Feb 8 • 07:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Mary Berry's 30-minute chicken pasta bake recipe is perfect for busy weeknights

Mary Berry shares a quick and family-friendly chicken pasta bake recipe that can be prepared in 30 minutes and frozen for later use.

Feb 8 • 01:27 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Minestrone Soup with Short Mafalda Pasta. A Classic of Italian Cuisine

The article provides a recipe for minestrone soup featuring short mafalda pasta, typical in Italian cuisine and suitable for celebrations like Carnival and Holy Week in Spain.

Feb 8 • 00:08 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Pride in pasta and the Nutella dispute are shaking the highest echelons of Italian politics

Italian politics is currently embroiled in a controversy over national pride linked to pasta and a dispute regarding Nutella.

Feb 7 • 05:30 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Minestrone Soup with Short Mafalda Pasta. A Classic of Italian Cuisine

The article discusses the ingredients and simplicity of preparing traditional Canarian sweets, specifically the airy and crispy "suspiro de Moya."

Feb 7 • 00:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Telegraph
Life & Tech

Trofie pasta with bacon, peas and cream

This recipe outlines how to prepare trofie pasta with a creamy sauce made from bacon, peas, and fresh herbs.

Feb 6 • 15:50 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Mother Just Wanted to Eat Pasta in Peace. Her Husband's Reaction Delighted Her

A mother of four, who simply wished to enjoy her meal in peace, captured her husband's charming response to their kids asking about her, which quickly went viral on social media.

Feb 6 • 15:01 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

The Internet is obsessed with AI vegetables that scream (and are actually very useful)

The article discusses the recent trend of AI-generated vegetables on social media, showcasing animated characters like a screaming tomato and dramatic pasta offering cooking tips.

Feb 6 • 09:26 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Minestrone Soup with Short Mafalda Pasta. A Classic of Italian Cuisine

This article provides a recipe for Minestrone soup featuring short mafalda pasta, highlighting its Italian roots and key ingredients.

Feb 6 • 00:08 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Recipe and Secrets of Ditalini Pasta: The Most Viral Way to Prepare These Small Noodles, Trend in the United States

Ditalini pasta has surged in popularity in the U.S. due to its versatility in comforting, simple, and easy-to-prepare dishes.

Feb 5 • 08:01 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Minestrone Soup with short mafalda pasta. A classic of Italian cuisine

This article provides a recipe for Italian Minestrone soup with mafalda pasta, highlighting its ingredients and comforting nature.

Feb 4 • 23:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Marketplace that went viral with pasta for R$ 0.01 also had 'disputes' for chicken and coffee

A supermarket in Assú sparked chaos as customers clamored for instant noodles sold at R$ 0.01, alongside competitive promotions for chicken and coffee on the same day.

Feb 4 • 18:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Jenni came up with a recipe that conquered the world – There was a harsh downside

Jenni Häyrinen, creator of the globally popular baked feta pasta, reveals that TikTok offered her a deal that would have given up her rights to her personal brand and recipe indefinitely.

Feb 4 • 17:49 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Turkish Pasta Recipe: What It Is and Why It Is Conquering More and More Homes in the United States

The Turkish pasta recipe, which has gained popularity in the U.S. through TikTok, creatively adapts traditional Turkish flavors with easy-to-find ingredients.

Feb 4 • 16:01 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Minestrone Soup with Short Mafalda Pasta. A classic of Italian cuisine

This article presents a classic recipe for Minestrone soup featuring short mafalda pasta and various vegetables, suitable for four servings.

Feb 3 • 23:26 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Many put oil in water when cooking pasta, here’s why that is wrong

A TikToker shares culinary school tips, highlighting the misconception that adding oil to pasta water prevents sticking and enhances flavor.

Feb 3 • 15:54 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Garlic and oil pasta gets a different touch with tuna, lemon, and arugula

Adding tuna to garlic and oil pasta transforms the classic dish into a tastier and more substantial meal without requiring extra time or effort.

Feb 3 • 02:00 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Minestrone Soup with Short Mafalda Pasta. A Classic of Italian Cuisine

This article provides a classic Italian recipe for minestrone soup with short mafalda pasta, including detailed ingredient measurements.

Feb 2 • 23:35 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"It is incomprehensible that 72 percent of pasta is imported"

The article discusses the dominance of Italian pasta in German supermarkets, where 86% of pasta imports come from Italy, negatively impacting local producers and farmers who blame retailers' pricing policies.

Jan 16 • 14:32 UTC

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