Since its inception in 2025, Best Pasta Places has celebrated the richness, diversity and craftsmanship of pasta culture worldwide. Born from a global network of over 380 culinary experts, including pasta masters, chefs, food critics and researchers of Italian gastronomic heritage, the ranking offers an annual snapshot of the world’s finest pasta-focused destinations.

Before the creation of Best Pasta Places, no awards system had ever attempted to evaluate pasta on a truly global scale, bridging the traditions of Italy with the creative interpretations emerging in Europe, Asia, the Americas and beyond. The project was developed in collaboration with a growing network of international culinary institutions, regional academies and artisan pasta makers committed to safeguarding and promoting pasta as one of the world’s most iconic foods.

The strength of Best Pasta Places lies in its rigorous, confidential and independently verified evaluation process, which combines anonymous visits, expert tastings and continuous dialogue with regional ambassadors. The world is divided into 16 voting regions, each overseen by a dedicated chair responsible for coordinating evaluations and maintaining the integrity of the selection.

The annual list not only showcases outstanding restaurants and chefs, but also serves as a barometer for contemporary pasta trends—highlighting traditional craftsmanship, regional biodiversity, sustainability-driven production and innovative culinary techniques.

Since 2025, Best Pasta Places has become a trusted guide for curious travellers, passionate gourmets and industry professionals alike. Its mission is simple: celebrate exceptional pasta and elevate global awareness of its cultural and culinary significance.