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    Strozzapreti 500g – Artisanal Bronze-Drawn Italian Pasta from Basilicata | Pasta Alica 500g

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    Behind their unique name lies one of Italy's most beloved pasta shapes, crafted to capture every drop of sauce and transform every meal into a true moment of togetherness.

    Strozzapreti Pasta Alica are made in the heart of Basilicata according to traditional Italian methods. Crafted exclusively from 100% Italian durum wheat semolina, sourced from the fertile lands of Basilicata and Tavoliere delle Puglie, they offer an exceptional texture and the full richness of authentic Italian durum wheat.

    The story of Pasta Alica began in the 1920s in Laurenzana, when Grandma Anna opened a small grocery store with two of her thirteen sons. In 1928, this family business became Michele Crisci, one of the largest food distribution houses in southern Italy. Today, Pasta Alica continues this tradition by producing pasta that highlights Italian terroir and expertise.

    It all starts with a rigorous selection of the best Italian durum wheats, rich in protein and natural gluten. The grains are slowly milled to obtain a superior quality semolina, then processed with pure Lucanian water at a temperature never exceeding 25°C, thus preserving the nutritional qualities and all the natural flavor of the wheat.

    The Strozzapreti are then bronze-drawn, a traditional technique that gives them a rough surface ideal for holding sauces. They are finally slowly dried for nearly 48 hours, between 36°C and 40°C, to preserve their amber yellow color, firm texture, and always perfectly al dente cooking.

    Their twisted shape wonderfully captures sauces. They are perfect with a meat ragù, a homemade tomato sauce, pesto, a mushroom sauce, grilled vegetables, Italian sausages, or even a simple drizzle of extra virgin olive oil accompanied by Parmigiano Reggiano.

    At Pasta Alica, they remind us that the cooking time indicated on the packaging is only a guide. As they like to say: "Pasta is cooked with the heart, not with the clock."

    Why you'll love them

    ✔ 🇮🇹 Made in Basilicata, Italy

    ✔ 🌾 100% Italian durum wheat semolina

    ✔ 🌱 Wheat selected in Basilicata and Tavoliere delle Puglie

    ✔ 🥉 Bronze-drawn to perfectly hold sauces

    ✔ 🌡️ Slow drying for nearly 48 hours

    ✔ 💧 Processed with pure Lucanian water at less than 25°C

    ✔ 💪 Rich in natural proteins from durum wheat

    ✔ 🍝 Excellent cooking resistance

    ✔ 🍽️ Ideal with pesto, ragùs, tomato sauces, and vegetables

    WHY WE USE THIS SHIPPING SYSTEM ONCE A WEEK

    The reason is simple: that's why we use this shipping system once a week, where products are shipped on Sundays.

    If we were to keep all products in large quantities, we would need a very, very, very large warehouse, like a large distribution center. The cost of that would significantly increase our prices.

    Instead, we keep limited stock and receive weekly deliveries.

    However, not all of our 100+ suppliers deliver at the same time, and not all of them have an accurate inventory system — and that's another story lol.

    For this reason, in order to build your package, we have to wait for products from all suppliers. If we already have all the items, your package may be sent faster. It also depends on the volume of orders.

    We hope you understand 🙏

    WHEN WILL MY ORDER BE SHIPPED?

    All orders are dispatched once a week, on Sundays. All services, including express service, follow this same shipping schedule.

    You place an order here (Week 1) – for example: whether it's Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, or Saturday.

    👉 This is considered our order week (Week 1).

    👉 Your order will be prepared from the following Monday until Saturday, then dispatched on the following Sunday (the next Sunday, not the one in the week you ordered).

    👉 If you order on Sunday or later in the new week, your package will then be dispatched the Sunday after that, approximately 14 days later.

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    Product FAQ

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    WHEN WILL MY ORDER BE SHIPPED?

    Orders are processed weekly.

    If you place your order before Sunday, it will be processed and shipped on the following Sunday (not the immediate Sunday).

    If you order after Sunday, it will be processed and shipped on the following Sunday (i.e., the second Sunday after your order).

    WHERE ARE THESE PRODUCTS LOCATED?

    All our products are already in Canada, in our warehouse, ready to be shipped. You will not have any customs fees or hidden charges upon delivery.

    WHY DO YOU SHIP ONCE A WEEK?

    Because we work with several importers and suppliers.

    Some products are in limited quantity in our warehouse and we must wait for the missing items to be received.

    Since our suppliers do not all deliver on the same day, we consolidate orders and ship once a week to ensure your order is complete.

    WHY IS AN ITEM MISSING FROM MY ORDER?

    Some of our suppliers do not have a real-time inventory system and do not always notify us when a product is out of stock.

    In addition, some received items may have an expiration date that is too soon. We check each product upon receipt and remove those that do not meet our standards.

    If an item is missing, it is because we have chosen not to include it in order to guarantee you the best possible quality.

    WHY DON'T YOU HAVE A RETURN POLICY?

    As these are food products, we cannot accept returns for safety and hygiene reasons.

    Once a product has been shipped, we cannot guarantee the storage or handling conditions.

    Why has the price of this product increased since my last order?

    Our products are purchased in euros, so the exchange rate directly influences our prices.

    In addition, transportation and import costs can vary, which can also impact the final price.