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• Wine Benefits: Is It True?

  • June 7th, 2015
  • Posted in Basta Pasta, Blog, Wine Menu
  • Tags: wine benefits, wine menu, wine options

  When many go out to enjoy an Italian dinner, one of the first items on the menu they consider is the wine selection. Wine is a known staple of Italian cuisine, whether is used in the dish or to enjoy… Read More

• Create Date Night With Italian Cuisine

  • May 29th, 2015
  • Posted in Basta Pasta, Blog, Menu
  • Tags: date night, Italian Cuisine

  Nothing says romance like Italian cuisine so why not make your next date night extra special with a traditional Italian dinner date? Staying at home for a date doesn’t have to be boring, there are so many ways to make… Read More

• Pasta and Sauce Pairings

  • May 22nd, 2015
  • Posted in Basta Pasta, Blog, Menu
  • Tags: pasta dishes, pasta sauces, sauce pairings

  Pasta is one of the more popular dishes within Italian cuisine. When pasta is made for a dinner, it is normally paired with a sauce. A plain pasta dish tends to be on the bland side, which makes for an… Read More

• Choose Catering for Graduation

  • May 17th, 2015
  • Posted in Basta Pasta, Blog, Catering, Menu
  • Tags: catering, graduation, graduation catering

  Graduation season is finally here. As many local colleges are beginning their commencement ceremonies, many local high schools are preparing their seniors for the big day. No matter what grade you are graduating from, your graduation day is a major… Read More

• How well do you Know your Pasta?

  • May 8th, 2015
  • Posted in Basta Pasta, Blog, Menu
  • Tags: Italian Cuisine, pasta, pasta facts

  When it comes to Italian cuisine, pasta is one of the most popular items you can find. With so many different options when it comes to pasta, its hard to become an expert. However, lucky for you, Basta Pasta is… Read More

• Favorite Italian Sauces

  • April 26th, 2015
  • Posted in Basta Pasta, Blog, Menu

  When we think of Italian sauces, there are a few that immediately come to mind: marinara, pesto, and alfredo. However, Italy’s culinary culture is so rich that there are many more options than you may have realized. Here’s a list… Read More

• Are you Ready for Mother’s Day?

  • April 19th, 2015
  • Posted in Basta Pasta, Blog, Menu
  • Tags: dinner, Mother's Day, Mother's day plans

  There’s no pressure, but Mother’s Day is right around the corner! After all the hours your mother has spent cooking for the family, doesn’t she deserve to enjoy a nice meal without doing any of the legwork? To create the… Read More

• Hosting a Restaurant Night Fundraiser

  • April 12th, 2015
  • Posted in Basta Pasta, Blog
  • Tags: fundraiser night, Restaurant Night Fundraiser, school fundraiser

  Basta Pasta aims to help the community in which we serve while also providing our loyal customers with delicious food and excellent service. One way we enjoy helping the communities is through a fundraiser night. A restaurant fundraiser night is… Read More

• Italian Cuisine by Region

  • April 7th, 2015
  • Posted in Uncategorized
  • Tags: dinner menu, Italian Cuisine, Italian regions

  While Italy may only be 154 years old, it has been plenty of time for the country to create a name for itself in the name of cuisine. Italian cuisine has become recognized worldwide for its unique characteristics and flavor… Read More

• Wine and Food Pairings

  • March 27th, 2015
  • Posted in Basta Pasta, Blog, Wine Menu
  • Tags: Italian Cuisine, Wine, wine pairings

  Italian cuisine has many specific characteristics to enjoy both on and off the plate. There are different flavors to expect and certain ingredients that many know will be included in their meal. Another characteristic of Italian cuisine is the beverage… Read More