Occhi di Lupo Gragnano PGI 500 g (Case 10) — Di Martino

Occhi di Lupo: Gragnano PGI Pasta by Di Martino

Occhi di Lupo is a short, ridged tubular pasta from the Campanian dry-pasta tradition, here produced in Gragnano (Naples) by Pastificio Di Martino under the Pasta di Gragnano PGI mark. Bronze-die extruded and slow-dried, it delivers the rough, sauce-gripping surface and firm bite that professional kitchens rely on. Sold in 500 g packs, 10 per case.

What is Pasta di Gragnano PGI?

Pasta di Gragnano is a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) recognised across the EU, produced within the Municipality of Gragnano in the metropolitan area of Naples. Its production rules require durum wheat semolina with a minimum protein content of 13%, local Gragnano water, bronze-die extrusion and slow drying at 40-85°C for 4 to 60 hours. Gragnano has been the ideal place to dry and store pasta since at least the 16th century.

The Occhi di Lupo shape

Occhi di Lupo ("wolf's eyes") is a large smooth or ridged tube belonging to the recognised Campanian dry-pasta formats. Its wide cavity and bronze-textured surface trap rich, structured sauces, making it ideal for hearty meat ragùs, baked pasta and creamy vegetable condiments in professional service.

Pastificio Di Martino, Gragnano

For over a century Pastificio Di Martino, based in Gragnano (Naples), has preserved the art of Pasta di Gragnano PGI through bronze-die extrusion and slow drying. It is one of the leading historic producers of the Gragnano pasta district.

How to cook and pair it

Cook in abundant salted water and drain very al dente, then finish in the pan with the sauce to bind. The rough bronze surface holds sauce far better than smooth pasta. Pair with meat ragù, sausage and broccoli, tomato and ricotta, or baked with mozzarella.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from light and heat. As a dry durum-wheat pasta it has a long shelf life; reseal the pack after opening.

Distribution and logistics

LAPA delivers refrigerated and dry Italian products across Switzerland — Zurich, Aargau, Zug, Schwyz, Schaffhausen, St. Gallen, Lucerne and beyond — to restaurants, pizzerias, hotels and delicatessens, with partner couriers for areas outside the LAPA fleet.