Few things beat the convenience of dumping a package of pasta into a pot of salted, boiling water and having noodles ready to go in less than 10 minutes. Dried pasta remains a pantry staple of mine — ...

Amid a growing "eat local" movement, durum wheat is being grown and turned into pasta by an artisan food producer and a group of Wairarapa farmers.

But as with any appliance, pasta makers can cost a pretty ‘penne’ and it can be difficult to choose the right one. That’s why we’ve listed several top-rated models for inspiration, and shared our tips ...