IF YOU’RE SEARCHING FOR “PASTA GRAND RAPIDS MI”, LOOK NO FARTHER!
Flo’s, for the best pasta in Grand Rapids! We, Daniele and Davide Uccello, were born in Sicily. Our deep family history of passion for food has led us to the creation of Flo’s collection. At Flo’s, our family is constantly striving to bring your family the Sicilian experience of the best pasta in Grand Rapids. All of our pasta meals are served with garlic bread, and you can personalize it with other options from our menu. With the busy schedules of today, what better way to enjoy a weekend afternoon or evening with the family gathered around the kitchen table enjoying a delicious pasta meal from Flo’s Pizzeria. It is widely believed that pasta the night before the big game or event will help deliver the energy you need to operate at your peak performance.
STOP FEELING GUILTY!
HERE ARE A FEW FUN PASTA FACTS
- It is a staple food of most Italian cuisines.
- The first reference to pasta, in a book, was in 1154.
- It is typically made from durum wheat flour.
- Most pasta falls under two categories – it is either dry, or it is fresh.
- There are over 600 types of pasta, and some have over 1300 names.
- The three most popular pastas’ are: penne, spaghetti, and macaroni.
- There are many varieties of pasta, such as: long pasta, short pasta, minute pasta, egg pasta, fresh pasta and al forno pasta.
- Pasta can be served in multiple ways. It can be mixed with a sauce or a fresh condiment, it can be stirred into soups or stews, and it can also be baked.
- Fresh pasta is often served with meat, in dishes such as ravioli.
- Dried pasta doubles in size when cooked and is often served with thick hearty sauces.
- The traditional Italian way of cooking pasta is known as ‘al dente’.
- If pasta is cooked properly, it should stick to a wall when it is thrown.
- In Greek mythology, it is believed that the God Vulcan invented a device that made strings of dough. This was the earliest reference to a pasta maker.
- Today, pasta makers are found in many homes and restaurants.
- The Ancient Romans used to fry their pasta.
- The three most popular pasta dishes are: macaroni cheese, spaghetti bolognese and lasagna.
- Uncooked dry pasta can be kept for up to a year.
- Cooked pasta can be frozen and re-eaten within three months.
- It was traditionally eaten by hand.
- One cup of cooked pasta is the size of your fist.
- Italians eat over sixty pounds of pasta, per person, per year.
- Pasta has many health benefits, as it is low in calorific value and contains various nutrients and minerals.
- Pasta can also be given to dogs and cats. It’s believed to help them in their growth development and to keep their coats glossy and healthy.
So, forget the guilt and order that delicious pasta meal you have been craving. And remember, when searching for “Pasta Grand Rapids Mi”, Flo’s Pizzeria is the answer!
We look forward to our family feeding your family the best pasta in Grand Rapids!
Contact Details
- Sun - Thu 11am - 10:30pm
- Fri & Sat 11am - 12am
- 4494 Plainfield Ave Grand Rapids, MI 49525
