An Ode to Dolomiti Pasta

Pasta; we all know and love it. It’s amazing in all shapes, sizes, and at any time of day. From a Michelin-star restaurant, to your kitchen at 1 A.M, pasta will forever leave a smile on someone's face. Italy is known for many things, but their pasta is the most famous. The national dish of the country is Ragu alla Bolognese, or spaghetti bolognese for all the Americans in the room.

On a recent trip to Italy, pasta and I got closely acquainted with one another. I was traveling the Dolomites, hiking during the day, and relaxing all night long. It was the perfect environment to eat pasta and drink wine. Pasta Bolognese kept me sustained for my week of adventuring. My favorite occasions were when I would have it for lunch along our hikes at the huttes (huts) that dotted the mountains and trails. These huttes are intimate cabins that are family-run and have generally operated for decades, if not centuries, to provide relief to all the hikers frequenting their environment. The vibes are amazing as waiters and waitresses appear out of nowhere with steaming plates of pasta and endless glasses of wine. It’s easy to sit there and forget you have a whole hike to complete after lunch.

The Dolomites are a special place in a special country. The adventures there are endless with opportunities to hike, swim, ski, and eat until you’ve had your fill. It’s easy to get lost in not only what you think Italy has to offer, but if you plan on traveling to the region, the Dolomites are a necessary stop. If you make it there, enjoy the views and the air and don’t forget to get some Ragu alla Bolognese.