About us

My Story: Between Tradition and Love for Handmade Pasta

I was born in the heart of Emilia-Romagna, near Bologna, one of Italy's most famous regions for its traditional cuisine, recognized by Forbes in 2013 as the best in the world. Here, every dish tells a story of authentic flavors, ancient gestures, and true passion. Growing up in the kitchen, I learned from an early age that making fresh handmade pasta is not just a culinary act—it’s a family ritual, a deep connection to our roots, and a form of art.

The Origins of My Passion

From a young age, I spent hours in the kitchen with my mother and grandmother, kneading, rolling out, cutting, and filling. Every movement had a precise meaning: from mixing eggs and flour at the right rhythm, to using old wooden rolling pins, to the meticulous care taken in creating perfect tortellini or ravioli. Those days were true celebrations of taste, where we also prepared the famous Bolognese ragù, Sunday lasagna, and homemade strichetti.

Those moments became the driving force of my life: a strong desire to preserve this Italian tradition and turn it into something tangible and shareable. That’s how Tagliapasta was born—a project born from a personal dream but speaking to all those who feel drawn to the call of homemade pasta.

Authentic Made in Italy

Everything I offer on Tagliapasta.com is strictly made in Italy: tools, accessories, guides, and sauces carefully selected to help you recreate those unique flavors of Emilian cuisine at home. I have chosen to keep alive the use of old artisanal tools, the same ones I still use at home, and to faithfully follow recipes passed down orally from generation to generation.

For me, product quality comes first. That’s why each item has been designed to be functional, durable, and respectful of traditional techniques. Whether you want to prepare Bolognese tagliatelle, stuffed ravioli, or experiment with lesser-known forms of Italian pasta, you’ll find the right tools here to do so.

Sharing the Passion for Italian Cuisine

Handmade pasta is a universal form of love. It brings families, friends, and different cultures together around a table. That’s why I want to share this experience with you: through my products, I accompany you on a journey through the authentic flavors of Emilia-Romagna and across the entire Italian peninsula, where every region has its own pasta variety waiting to be discovered.

I hope you enjoy exploring my products and content. I’m here to help you choose the perfect tools to express your creativity in the kitchen and guide you through new culinary adventures. If you need advice, ideas, or suggestions, don’t hesitate to contact me—I’d be delighted to guide you into the world of handmade pasta, rooted in Italian tradition and authentic flavors.

With affection,

Paolo Canossa – Founder of Tagliapasta