When it comes to food, fresh is always better—and pasta is no exception. The perfect chewy snap of fresh pasta dough is something that can’t be recreated with dry varieties. However, the tools, space and time it takes to do it right aren’t necessarily realistic for everyone to always have on-hand.
These markets across the First State are ideal shops to pick up fresh pasta for your own kitchen. If you’re looking for an easy and quick dinner, these Italian markets also offer homemade tomato sauce, meatballs, fresh-baked breads and more.
Sprinkles Italian Bakery & Market
Did you know this recently opened Wilmington bakery doubles as an Italian market? The cases are always stocked with homemade Italian breads and sandwiches, along with classic sides like broccoli rabe. The sister duo behind Sprinkles also partnered with Scaramuzza’s in PA to provide homemade pasta. A reach-in cooler is always stocked with fresh pasta, sauces and more.
3100 Naaman’s Road, Wilmington
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Papa’s Food Market
When it comes to fresh Italian food, you can’t go wrong with this Wilmington mainstay. From mouthwatering tomato pie to artisan meats and cheeses to the perfect fresh pasta, Papa’s is a one-stop shop. Patrons rave about the Italian subs, meatballs, and Italian sausage.
1910 West 6th Street, Wilmington
DiFebo’s Italian Market
This Italian market is a go-to in Bethany Beach for fresh Italian fare from paninis to baked goods to high-quality ingredients. The fresh pasta case is kept stocked with an array of fresh gnocchi, spaghetti, rigatoni and more. Plus, on Thursdays, DiFebo’s offers a four-for-$45 special. This meal kit for four includes fresh pasta, sauce, meatballs, salad and dessert to-go.
788 Garfield Parkway, Bethany BeachÂ
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Wegmans
This national chain recently opened a location in Wilmington. It’s hard to beat the convenience of this fresh option that you can grab along with your weekly groceries. The Wegmans Italian Classics brand offers fresh linguine, gnocchi, butternut squash ravioli, tortellini and more. With an extensive array of fresh and artisan cheeses, you can also grab mozzarella, burrata, parmesan, Romano to elevate your meal.
371 Buckley Mill Road, Wilmington
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Janssen’s Market
Janssen’s specializes in gourmet foods alongside everyday grocery necessities. This local market carries many brands and varieties of fresh pasta. You can even find options like gluten-free linguini and fusilli.
3801 Kennett Pike, Wilmington
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Scaramuzza’s at ACME
Plenty of local ACME locations carry Scaramuzza’s homemade pasta products, including those in Bear, Hockessin, Kirkwood Highway, Pike Creek and Naaman’s Road.
Multiple locations
(If your go-to market for fresh pasta didn’t make our list, reach out to our digital editor, Sydney Livingston, at slivingston@delawaretoday.com.)
