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Manchester’s Top 50 Restaurants

7 May, 2022Read More

The Pasta Factory is #37 of #50 most popular restaurants in Manchester

”The group of friends behind The Pasta Factory’s story originally hail from Turin in the northern region of Piemonte, so this is the place for authentic Italian food full of flavour, with dishes created from scratch using only the best fresh ingredients in season.

Different pasta doughs are made by hand every day, with natural colourants such as green spinach, red wine and pink beetroot adding vibrant shades to an array of shapes in all sizes, from short molle to long bucatini. There are also filled varieties, including square ravioli and three-sided triangoli, and it’s not just about pasta: on the menu you’ll also find handmade potato gnocchi accompanied by sauces such as smoked pancetta and porcini mushrooms. Seasonal is a buzzword here and the toppings and garnishes make best use of the flavours of the moment, with authentic Italian ingredients imported as available, including truffle, smoky speck cured ham and creamy burrata mozzarella cheese. The Pasta Factory also dishes up plenty of plant-based options, with a good choice of meat-free mains on the main menu and specials board, and dairy-free desserts including the likes of limoncello sorbet and vegan semifreddo. There’s also lots of flavour on the exclusively Italian wine list, all DOC, DOCG or IGT designated, from a basic Barbera red to a purse-busting Siepi, classic whites the likes of Pinot Grigio and Verdicchio, and, of course, northern Italy’s Glera Prosecco. ”

Valentine’s Day 2022

8 February, 2022Read More

To celebrate this special occasion, we have created 3 special dishes available only on Friday 11th, Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th February for you to enjoy with your loved ones.

SPECIAL VALENTINE STARTER: House cured tuna, black rice crackers, salsa verde, pickled onions. £9.00

SPECIAL VALENTINE MAIN: Fresh squid ink tagliatelle, prawn bisque, prawns, spicy parsley. £ 15.50

SPECIAL VALENTINE DESSERT: Strawberry mousse, prosecco gele’ & shortcrust biscuit by “Biscotto”. £7.00

Our current menu will be available as well so you can mix Special Valentine’s Day dishes and normal menu dishes as you wish.

Book your table HERE!

Ciao!

Christmas 2021 new menu!

14 December, 2021Read More

Christmas is coming!

7 November, 2021Read More

If you’re looking for inspiration for Christmas Gifts, look no further! Finding the best Christmas presents for family and friends can be stressful… Luckily, our team of Santa’s Little Helpers have sourced a wide range of cracking Christmas gifts for all of your loved ones! HANDMADE PASTA HAMPERS: Choose your perfect Christmas Hamper! Our colander are filled with our homemade fresh pasta, sauces, Taralli, Italian biscuits, recipes, Italian wine, Limoncello, etc. Vegetarian, Vegan (including our famous homemade vegan parmesan) & Alcohol Free options available. Also, you can create your own by contacting us at ciao@pastafactory.co.uk. THE MANCHESTER COOKBOOK: A celebration of the amazing food and drink on our doorstep including recipes from ourself and our sister restaurant NOI QUATTRO! The Manchester Cookbook explores, celebrates and promotes the evolving food and drink scene in our wonderful city! Now you can recreate your favourite meal in the comfort of your own home thanks to this book which features over 55 recipes and stories from some of Manchester’s best restaurants, cafes, delicatessens, pubs, producers and suppliers including ourself and our sister restaurant NOI QUATTRO ! GIFT VOUCHERS: An original and healthy gift card! Enjoy our fresh pasta options in our restaurant or take them home with Italian delights from our deli and our “to cook at home” kits! Personalise your own with your personal message on it! Available for both The Pasta Factory and Noi Quattro Pizzeria! For info and orders please email us at ciao@pastafactory.co.uk Support independent restaurants! Shop local! Thanks!

The best Italian restaurants in Manchester

30 October, 2021Read More

Manchester has held links to Italy for a couple of hundred years – so it’s no surprise that there are some serious restaurants to wine and dine like an Italian in the city BY SARAH JAMES

30 October 2021

Though the name might make it sound like some ignored chain of pasta restaurants run by a major brewery chain, The Pasta Factory on Shudehill is actually the real deal. It was established by pals Elisa Cavigliasso, Alberto Umoret, Enrico Princi and Paolo Gaudino, who all grew up together in Turin, then found that their adopted home lacked a neighbourhood ‘pastificio’, and decided to do something about it. Their fresh reginette, coloured with natural charcoal and then stirred through with almonds, confit tomato and black garlic cream, is sensational, as is the ravioli with pumpkin, goat’s cheese and an indulgent sage crumble.

Read full article HERE.

Pasta Masterclass

17 October, 2021Read More

Join our Pasta chefs for a colourful PASTA MASTERCLASS! At The Pasta Factory we are crazy about Pasta. We love to debate on the best combination of Pasta shape and sauce. We play with colours and we serve to our customers the best match possible! Mix & knead. Roll out, cut and fill. Repeat!
During the class we will make two different types of dough using semola and “00” flour, eggs and natural ingredients to make it colourful. You will get to try different tools and, of course, the Pasta machine. Vegan alternatives are always available, just let us know when you book your place. We will then create different shapes of Pasta and we will talk about the best match with the classical Italian sauces. Mix & knead. Roll out, cut and fill. EAT and ENJOY! We haven’t forgotten to include and serve to you a freshly made Pasta dish. The masterclass also includes: a welcome glass of prosecco, a “The Pasta Factory” apron and bag. The class costs is £55 per person tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/the-pasta-factory-23370723862 For more information please send us an e-mail to julia@pastafactory.co.uk

FRESH PASTA “TO COOK AT HOME”

17 August, 2021Read More

Take home our handmade pasta! Why?

• It is made with first quality Italian semola flour • It cooks in 1 minute • Portion for two costs £5.00 • A selection of homemade sauces is always available

Our chefs know the best sauce match for every shape. Ask them for tips and suggestions. Pop in at the Restaurant and choose from our daily selection! Alternatively, send us an email at ciao@pastafactory.co.uk or give a ring 0161 2229250

Vouchers

13 April, 2021Read More

Gift Cards and Vouchers for Christmas

SHOP WITH US HERE:

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If you need any more information do not hesitate to contact us: ciao@pastafactory.co.uk

New lasagne selection on our menu!

2 March, 2021Read More

Lasagna is one of the worldwide famous Italian dish. From North to South, it reminds us a lunch at mamma’s, a gathering with family and friends or simply a Sunday meal. With that in mind, we created a selection of Lasagne to bring up these memories every day. Layers of fresh pasta alternating with homemade sauces and Italian delicacies. Our Lasagne selection is available for collection and take away: Lasagna Classica – Homemade Lasagna with our slow-cooked beef ragù, traditional bechamel and parmesan. The most famous recipe from Emilia Romagna! Lasagna ai 4 formaggi e funghi – Homemade Lasagna with taleggio D.O.P., fontina, scamorza, mozzarella and chestnut, portobello & porcini mushroom. Comfort food at its best! Lasagna Saporita – Homemade Lasagna with Gorgonzola Dop, Italian sausage & leeks. 100% mouth-watering dish! Lasagna Verde – Homemade green spinach lasagna with courgettes and basil sauce, potatoes and broccoli. Contains nuts. Extra vegan parmesan. Creamy texture for a scrumptious satisfaction. VEGAN And the best is yet to come… The ultimate “to cook at home” Lasagna Pasta kit is born! We make the pasta sheets and the sauce, you just need to assemble the ingredients and bake it! The kit includes the oven tray and the instructions! Awesome, innit?

Valentine’s Day 2021 (at home)

22 January, 2021Read More

Every Valentine’s day we welcome you with a special menu at The Pasta Factory. This year is not possible, but this doesn’t mean we can’t be with you. It has been an incredible year and we are sure you all have someone to thank for the support and the unconditional love. We make the pasta and the sauce. You can bring our St. Valentine’s special kit home and cook it in the comfort of your kitchen… or give it to someone you love. You will find all the ingredients and the recipe to prepare it as our chefs would have done it for you. DONT’T WORRY! It’s super easy! Follow the instruction and you will get a wonderful result! Kit includes: Handmade beetroot ravioli (2 portions) filled with ricotta, beetroot, parmesan, pecorino romano cheese, thyme & basil. Sauce: burrata cream, truffle butter, thyme. Topping: parmesan shavings. HOW TO ORDER ST. VALENTINE’S PASTA KIT FOR TWO: Pre-order: ring 0161 834 9032 or email ciao@pastafactory.co.uk Last day for order: Tuesday 9th of February – 10 pm Collection: Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th of February – from 5pm till 10 pm at NOI QUATTRO PIZZERIA (120 High St, Manchester M4 1HQ)