A passion for pasta
● It may be easier to make pasta from scratch (no machine needed!) using Evan Funke’s new book than to get a reservation at his Venice restaurant, Felix Trattoria. In “American Sfoglino: A Master Class in Handmade Pasta,” Funke and co-author Katie Parla offer up detailed recipes with plenty of howto photos that offer new insight into a beautiful craft. $26.49.