Steven Guarnaccia

These pages celebrate pasta, teach a little history and food facts, and help readers to discover the variety themselves.

It starts off with a short exploration into what pasta is, the history, interesting facts and more. Then, it dives into 35 famous forms of pasta (shapes) and explains all sorts of things about each of them. Each pasta form is accompanied by a recipe, and there are lovely illustrations the entire way through, which add a touch of humor and fun.

Not only pasta fans are going to enjoy this, but rather, the facts and information bring some interesting and unexpected insights. The text is heavier in this read, so readers will have to have a very good grip on words before tackling it on their own. I see grades four and up as ideal, but younger audiences will also enjoy all the goodness with a little assistance.

The recipes hold a wealth on sauces and preparation possibilities. There's something for everyone. These aren't for beginner cooks to attempt on their own but do require some guidance. It is important to note that some of the recipes call for wine in the sauce. While this is an obvious and necessary ingredient in true pasta fans' eyes (and cooking it means no alcohol), parents need to be aware of this before they attempt some of these recipes with their children. The ingredients offer a wide variety and show how vast the possibilities are. It's a fun look into the world of pasta with lots of tasty benefits. I received a DRC and enjoyed the dive into the noodle world.… (más)