Padella

SHORTLISTED FOR WATERSTONES BOOK OF THE YEAR 2025
ONE OF AMAZON'S TOP 10 BOOKS OF 2025

'An amazing array of wonderful pastas' Jamie Oliver
'Recipes that are a joy to prepare and to polish off' Yotam Ottolenghi

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PASTA, PERFECTED.

From a low and slow spicy pork ragu, to creamy gorgonzola gnocchi and rich tomato cannelloni, this is the ultimate pasta-lover's cookbook and the long-awaited debut from Padella, the iconic London restaurant.

Includes easy-to-follow recipes for all their favourites:

- Pappardelle with Beef Shin Ragu
- Pici Cacio e Pepe
- Fettuccine with 'Nduja and Mascarpone
- Tagliarini with Crab, Chilli, Lemon and Parsley
plus many new and off-menu dishes shared for the first time.

You'll find everything from quick-fix everyday recipes to simple but sublime dishes that celebrate seasonal ingredients, as well as step-by-step guides to equipment and techniques for making your own fresh pasta at home. Richly designed and bound in real cloth, this stunning book features page upon page of awe-inspiring photography that will transport you to the kitchens, markets and landscapes of Italy - the home of pasta and the heartbeat of Padella.

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'An extremely handsome, useful and inspiring book' Rachel Roddy
'Pasta dishes that would make any nonna nod in approval' Chris Bianco

Review: Recipes that are a joy to prepare and to polish off. They've bottled up the Padella magic and made it available to us all. Complimenti! * Yotam Ottolenghi *
Even in food-stuffed Borough, Padella stands out. You'll find me in a corner with an expression of glazed lust, hoovering up worms of pici like a deranged cuckoo. And I'll have already put in an order for a second plateful. * Marina O'Loughlin, Guardian *
Probably the best pasta in London * A.A. Gill, Sunday Times *
It's a formula that should be everywhere, but is actually rarer than hen's teeth. * Grace Dent, Evening Standard *
Tim has taken the Italian approach to heart and you see that in all the food he creates. It's nothing short of a joy. . . Every recipe has heart and soul, whether it's a quick everyday pasta or something a bit more decadent and special. . . Not just a beautiful food experience, but also an exciting one. * Jamie Oliver *
The infectious charm of this singular cook is found on every page in every dish of pasta served with the accompanying recipes. Bravo Tim, a joy * Jeremy Lee *
An extremely handsome, useful and inspiring book. Grounded in tradition and the elemental simplicity of pasta but also truly original and thrilling * Rachel Roddy *
Padella offers the best pasta in London, and this book is a must have for every pasta lover around the world * Laura Jackson *
Pure Joy * Keira Knightley *
Pasta dishes that would make any nonna nod in approval. The book is a must-have and Padella is a must-visit * Chris Bianco *
Better start making some pasta! * Jessie Ware *
Game-changing tricks that will take your pasta from average to exceptional * Independent *
Chef-author Tim Siadatan offers essential pasta intel ... If you want us, we'll be in a blissful carb coma * Observer Food Monthly *
From vongole to linguine with anchovy and garlic, easy dishes from cult pasta restaurant Padella in London * The Times *
London's hip Italian haunt Padella showcases the best regional pasta dishes - and thanks to its new cookbook you can try them at home * Mail on Sunday *
Padella's most beloved dishes - including the iconic cacio e pepe, obviously - are all present and correct, and a reminder of why Padella fans return time and time again * Waitrose Food Magazine *