The origin of mezze maniche rigate is in the North of Italy where they were also called "maniche di frate", monk sleeves, stemming from a garment worn in the summer. This is a versatile shape working well with heavy as well as velvety and creamy sauces and in pasta bakes.Premium Italian pasta maker Garofalo has been making high quality pasta since 1789 in Gragnano near Naples, the birth place of pasta in Italy.Garofalo has always been a reference point for the high quality of its product and production processes, made now even more effective thanks to the combination of technology and century long artisan know how.Pasta is simply made with water and durum wheat semolina and you can't produce excellent pasta if the best wheat is not used. It is the quality and quantity of gluten present primarily that determines the quality of the wheat. Garofalo uses only high quality robust durum wheat in its signature pasta ranges. Garofalo pasta is formed through a bronze die this method allows a little friction on the surface of the pasta, which becomes slightly rough and porous allowing the sauce to cling and be absorbed into the pasta giving a delightful eating experience!Made with 100% Organic unprocessed durum wheat semolina, High in fibre and a great source of protein, From Gragnano near Naples since 1789, Al dente texture, Suitable for vegetarians and vegans