Book: The Geometry of Pasta

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The Geometry of Pasta

Around six months ago we brought you a review of Pasta by Design, a taxonomy of pasta categorised by each style's morphology. Well, if you liked that then you'll love this! is a slightly lighter hearted version look at the many forms of pasta and is an attempt to prove that non-Italians can also get to grips with the science that is marrying pasta shapes with the perfect sauce. Caz Hildebrand, a graphic designer who has worked on, amongst others, Nigella Lawson's cookery books, came up with the idea for the book and, together with chef Jacob Kennedy of award-winning Bocca di Lupo in London's Soho, brought it to fruition.

The book treats 77 different forms of pasta and for each one lists its dimensions, its synonyms (as many of the shapes have different names in different regions of Italy), similar pasta forms and sauces to be eaten with it. Then, in the main body of text, there is an explanation as to how the particular pasta should be eaten, some detail on its form and preparation and a bit of history. A black and white illustration for each shape is provided as well as, and most importantly, at least one recipe using that specific form of pasta (provided by Kennedy).

An informative, fascinating and above all easy-to-follow guide to pasta, The Geometry of Pasta is the perfect manual for all pasta-lovers and foodies in general. Not only is it a nice object to have in the house, but the jacket of the hardback version unfolds to reveal a while series of pasta illustrations.

You can find out more about the book on The Geometry of Pasta website .

You can purchase your copy of The Geometry of Pasta on amazon.co.uk.

Rating :

Average price: £8.66

Pros

Great background info on each pasta form

Cons

The weight you'll put on by the time you finish the book

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