New Pasta Styles And Shapes for Autumn 2026 and Beyond

As the autumn chill settles over Italy, culinary traditions shift toward comforting, heartier dishes designed to bring people around the table. At Carluccio's, we are celebrating the season of abundance by introducing five exceptional new pasta shapes to our online deli collection. Crafted by expert Italian artisans using traditional methods, these distinctive cut styles celebrate regional history, tactile texture, and the simple joy of sharing a great meal.

Paccheri: The Bold Pride of Campania

Originating from the sun-drenched region of Campania, Paccheri are iconic, oversized tubular pasta pieces known for their substantial bite and rich culinary heritage. Tradition says the name derives from pacca, a Neapolitan slang word for a friendly, open-handed slap—a playful reference to the satisfying sound the large pasta makes when tossed into a sauce bowl.

Their generous size creates ample surface area, allowing thick ragùs, slow-cooked wild boar, or rich seafood sauces to gather both inside and around each tube. Bronze-drawn for a subtle, matte texture, our Paccheri hold onto every drop of sauce, delivering an authentic taste of Southern Italian comfort.

Fusilloni Tri Colore: Vibrant Artistry from Durum Wheat

Taking inspiration from classic regional spirals, Fusilloni Tri Colore elevates a beloved household favourite into a bold, festive showstopper. These oversized spirals feature deep, dramatic grooves designed to capture every layer of hearty autumn sauces.

• Natural Colouring: Crafted by blending traditional durum wheat semolina with sun-ripened tomato, earthy beetroot, and fresh spinach.

• Artisanal Bite: Slow-dried to preserve its structure, this pasta offers a satisfying al dente feel alongside a striking splash of colour on your dining table.

Maccheroni Arrotolati: Textured Curls for Rich Sauces

A masterpiece of traditional pasta shaping, Maccheroni Arrotolati features tightly rolled, distinctive short curls designed with pure functionality in mind.

The tight rolling process creates intricate folds, delicate inner hollows, and subtle ridges along each piece. As the pasta cooks, these folds act as natural pockets, perfectly capturing velvety cheese sauces, mushroom cream bases, or rustic sausage ragùs.

Ziti Corti: The Sunday Feast Tradition

Deeply rooted in the cooking traditions of Naples, Ziti have long played a central role in Italian celebrations, holiday gatherings, and Sunday family feasts. Traditionally broken by hand before entering the cooking pot, these slender tubes were built for communal eating.

Our Ziti Corti takes this classic, celebratory shape and pre-cuts it into convenient shorter lengths. Ideal for generous baked pasta dishes (pasta al forno), these smooth tubes absorb rich tomato sauces, melted mozzarella, and savoury fillings, bringing authentic Italian hospitality directly to your kitchen.

Spaghetti Chitarra: An Abruzzese Icon Reimagined

Rounding out our autumn additions is Spaghetti Chitarra, an elegant egg pasta inspired by the traditional guitar-like wooden tool (chitarra) used in Abruzzo since the 1800s.

Unlike round, extruded spaghetti, Chitarra pasta is pressed through taut steel wires, resulting in distinctive square-cut edges and a delicate yet satisfying bite. Slightly shorter than classic long spaghetti, its porous, egg-rich surface effortlessly clings to light truffle butter, classic emulsified olive oil sauces, or delicate game ragùs.

Whatever your ideal pasta, Carluccio's online shop stocks the real thing, made authentically and true to its Italian regional roots.