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Colder months bring an appetite for richer, warming plates, and filled pasta adapts to that easily without a kitchen having to reinvent its pasta section from scratch.

Lean into squash and root vegetable fillings

Our vegan butternut squash scrigno fits an autumn menu naturally. Pair it with sage, brown butter or toasted hazelnuts for a course that feels seasonal without any extra prep on your side.

Use naturally coloured pasta for a bit of visual warmth

Beetroot pasta brings a deep red tone that suits autumn plating well, while charcoal pasta pairs nicely with richer winter sauces, game, or seafood specials.

Build a tasting course around culurgiones

For a festive or seasonal tasting menu, culurgiones gives you a genuinely story driven course, something quite different from the ravioli and tortellini already sitting on most menus.

Plan ahead for volume

Seasonal menus often bring higher covers over a shorter window, so flag expected volume with your trade account in advance so ordering and delivery can be planned properly rather than rushed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can seasonal orders be scaled up temporarily?

Yes, just let us know your expected volumes ahead of a seasonal menu change and we’ll plan supply around it.

Do you offer any seasonal or limited fillings?

Speak to us about a bespoke seasonal filling if you want something built specifically for your autumn or winter menu.

Planning your autumn menu? Get in touch to talk through seasonal ordering, or open a trade account to get started now.