Rigatoni smaller version, close to the size of penne. Their name takes on the diminutive suffix "-ino" (pluralized "-ini") denoting their relative size. Rigatoni is a particular favorite pasta shape in the south of Italy, especially in Sicily. Its namesake ridges make better adhesive surfaces for sauces and grated cheese than smooth-sided pasta like ziti. Rigatoni Rigatoni are a form of tube-shaped pasta of varying lengths and diameters originating in Italy. They are larger than penne and ziti, and sometimes slightly curved, though nowhere near as curved as elbow macaroni. Rigatoni characteristically have ridges down their length, sometimes spiraling around the
Pasta Rigo Pasta Rigo Pastificio Rigo, also known as Pasta Rigo is a historic Italian pasta factory based in Crespano del Grappa. The company is currently chaired by Arrigo Rigo, while CEO is Pierangelo Rigo. The company was founded in 1929 as Pasta del Grappa, after Carlo Rigo, a local merchant who lost his fortunes during the 1929 crisis, along with his sons began producing pasta for the local market in small volumes. The sons of Carlo, Napoleon and Mario transformed the lab into a small factory, focusing on high quality standards, the brand has developed rapidly and has been extensively expanded.