A Delicious Journey with Depart Spares on World Pasta Day
Today, October 25th, is World Pasta Day! On this special day celebrating this unique food, we take a look behind the scenes of pasta production.
Pasta is more than just a dish; for centuries, it has been a vital part of culinary cultures and economies worldwide. From Italy to Asia, this simple yet endlessly versatile food appears in various forms across nearly every corner of the globe, bringing joy to millions. So, what is World Pasta Day, and why do we celebrate it? Let’s explore together.

October 25th: World Pasta Day
Pasta is one of the world’s most beloved carbohydrate sources. In 2023, approximately 17 million tons of pasta were produced globally, marking an 85% increase compared to 25 years ago. Pasta production, concentrated in 52 countries, continues to grow each year. Its popularity stems from being nutritious, practical, and delicious. Moreover, with gluten-free, vegan, or protein-enriched versions, pasta adapts to modern diets, remaining an indispensable food.
Initiated in 1995 by the International Pasta Organisation (IPO), World Pasta Day aims to highlight pasta’s nutritional value, cultural heritage, and innovations in production. Every year on October 25th, events such as pasta workshops in Italy, massive spaghetti parties in the USA, and online recipe competitions are held worldwide. However, October 25th is not just about tasty celebrations; it also brings critical topics like sustainable agriculture and food security to the forefront. With support from the FAO, it underscores pasta’s contribution to global food security.
Pasta Production
Now, let’s shift to the industrial side. While pasta production may seem simple, it involves a complex array of machinery. Dough kneading, extrusion, drying, cutting, and packaging stages require highly precise systems.
Depart, a leading spare parts supplier in the food industry, offers comprehensive solutions specifically for pasta production lines. In this regard, it provides support for Axor’s high-quality equipment, connecting producers with top-tier solutions.
Axor, a brand specialized in pasta production for years, enhances operational excellence, reduces costs, and ensures seamless production. As Axor’s authorized distributor, Depart offers a wide range of products for industrial pasta lines. Discover our comprehensive portfolio for Pasta Production Spare Parts by clicking here!
Axor’s product portfolio caters to every stage of pasta production. These solutions, backed by Depart’s assurance, can be quickly ordered via Depart Shop or at info@departspares.comDepart’s pasta production spare parts provide fast and reliable solutions for critical moments in pasta production facilities. High-quality, cost-effective parts boost efficiency and reduce maintenance costs. For instance, in a pasta factory, issues like worn extruder blades, stretched drying belts, or clogged cutting rollers can halt production for hours, leading to losses worth thousands. Depart’s extensive portfolio addresses these challenges with swift and dependable solutions.
Depart doesn’t just supply parts; it also supports producers with after-sales services. Depart’s expert teams ensure part compatibility and even provide on-site installation support. This results in more efficient processes, fewer downtimes, and, of course, higher-quality pasta production.
5 Fun-Facts About Pasta
Over 350 Shapes: From spaghetti to penne to farfalle, there are more than 350 pasta shapes worldwide. Each shape is designed to pair perfectly with specific sauces—think rigatoni for thick sauces and capellini for lighter ones.
First Pasta Eaten in Space: In 2001, Italian astronaut Umberto Guidoni brought vacuum-packed pasta to the International Space Station, becoming the first person to eat pasta in space.
“Priest-Choker” Pasta: In Italy, there’s a pasta called “strozzapreti,” meaning “priest-choker.” Legend has it that this pasta was so delicious that priests risked choking while eating it in excess! Efsaneye göre, bu makarna o kadar lezzetli ki rahipler fazla yerken boğulma tehlikesi geçiriyormuş.
World’s Largest Pasta Dishı: In 2019, Poland set a Guinness World Record with a 7,800 kg pasta dish, which was donated to charities. This giant plate was donated to charities.
Immortalized as an Emoji: The love of pasta has even made its way into emojis. In 2016, the Unicode Consortium added a spaghetti plate emoji.