Maccheroni Artigianali | Vitalitaly Food

Maccheroni Vitalitaly — The Legend of Neapolitan Pasta

Every shape has a story. The Maccheroni carries one of the most captivating legends in Italian culinary history — born from the secret alchemy of a Neapolitan magician, perfected by the ingenuity of a cunning commoner, and immortalised by the delight of a king. Today, Vitalitaly honours that legacy with every bronze-drawn tube.

The Legend of Neapolitan Macaroni

During Frederick II's reign, a magician named Chico lived on Via dei Cortellari in Naples, guarding ancient recipe books and spending hours over a great boiling pot. His neighbour, the astute Jovanella di Canzio, quietly uncovered his secret: a recipe for macaroni with a delectable tomato sauce. She brought it to the king's table — and Frederick II was so enchanted that he rewarded her generously. As for Chico, he vanished from the city. Only on her deathbed did Jovanella confess she had stolen the invention from the magician.

Macaroni was not born in Naples but in Palermo, Sicily — yet it was the Neapolitans who perfected the art and introduced it to the world. Vitalitaly continues that tradition today.

What Makes Our Maccheroni Exceptional?

• Bronze-drawn — rough, porous surface that grips every sauce perfectly
• 100% Italian durum wheat semolina — selected from trusted Italian producers
• Slow low-temperature drying — preserving aroma, flavour and nutritional integrity
• Perfect al dente in 7–8 minutes — consistent texture, every time
• 500g format — ideal for 4 generous portions
• Origin: Italy — certified artisan production

Vitalitaly Recipe Pairings

The classic tube format makes Maccheroni the ultimate comfort pasta. Try them with:

• Ragù Napoletano — slow-cooked meat sauce, the authentic Neapolitan Sunday classic
• Tomato & Basil — the simplest, most iconic Italian combination
• Maccheroni al Forno — baked with béchamel, mozzarella and tomato
• Cacio e Pepe — Roman-style with Pecorino and black pepper
• Vitalitaly Pesto — with our extra virgin olive oil and fresh basil

From the streets of Naples to your table — Maccheroni by Vitalitaly is Italian culinary heritage in every bite.

🌿 Nutritional Powerhouse!

Discover the perfect balance of nutrition with every 100g of our premium pasta. Crafted with care and tradition, it provides the energy you need while staying light and wholesome:

• Energy: 1555 kJ / 367 Kcal – A great, long-lasting fuel source for your day!
• Fat: Only 1.5 g – With just 0.2 g of saturated fats, it's heart-healthy and guilt-free.
• Carbohydrates: 73.0 g – A superb energy source to keep you going, with only 3.0 g of natural sugars.
• Fibre: 2.5 g – A digestive ally for a balanced meal.
• Protein: 14.0 g – Fuel your muscles and feel fuller for longer.
• Salt: Just 0.01 g – Keeping it minimal for maximum health benefits.

Perfect for vegans, vegetarians, and anyone who refuses to compromise on quality. This is Italian pasta as it was always meant to be.

Artisan product — small variations in colour and shape are a sign of authenticity.