De Cecco Farfalle Pasta

De Cecco is a legendary Italian brand famous for its high-quality dry pasta. Founded in Fara San Martino in 1886 by the De Cecco brothers, the company pioneered the low-temperature drying process known as 'Lenta Essiccazione' (Slow Drying), which preserves the nutritional values and the natural flavor of the grain. The iconic blue and yellow packaging featuring the girl in traditional Abruzzese dress has become a global symbol of premium Italian culinary tradition.

While the brand remains deeply rooted in its original Abruzzo region with its primary production facilities, De Cecco has expanded its distribution to over 120 countries. Unlike many other major pasta brands that have been acquired by global conglomerates, De Cecco remains a family-owned enterprise, maintaining strict control over its traditional 'bronze die' extrusion methods which give the pasta its characteristic rough surface, perfect for holding sauces.