Besides being desirable and delicious, pastа is really inspiring! Do you know there are special holidays devoted to it? There are many installations, world records and events inspired by the so-loved and world wide popular spaghetti and macaroni. Today we have selected some of the most curious facts about spaghetti and pasta in general, which will probably awaken the appetite … and your good mood.

1. Spaghetti grow on the trees?

On 1^st of April, the most absurd facts may seem true and adrenaline is undoubtedly rising. Lying day is a fruitful time for spreading myths. That’s why in 1957 the BBC broadcasts a funny “documentary” film describing how spaghetti grows on the trees. It even states that the storms contribute to enriching the taste of the pasta. At that time pasta was a quite exotic food and certainly a lot of people accepted the joke as truth.

2. Pool of … pastа!

If you think you’ve seen a lot of pasta in your life, you’re probably wrong. In 2009 a record-breaking huge batch of spaghetti was made. Only a year later the restaurant improved the achievement, filling a whole swimming pool with pasta. The temptation was over 6 tons! Here’s what it’s like to dive into a sea of taste. By mentioning world records, we should mention the fastest pasta eating. In 2017, Michel Lesco managed his portion in just 26 seconds. We hope he really enjoys the food.

3. There is an International Spaghetti Day

If you are looking for an opportunity to sit in an Italian restaurant or simply prepare irresistible spaghetti at home, there are special days in which this could happen. October 25 is the World Pasta Day and January 4 is the International Spaghetti Day! Please order or prepare your own favorite dish. The truth is that if you can eat pasta every day and if it is perfectly prepared, it is a celebration.

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We wish you to enjoy tasty pasta and have a sweet life!