Tucked between Diavola and the Geyserville Gun Club, Pastasciutta is the latest venture from restaurateurs Dino Bugica and his wife, Sonja. While it’s Dino’s mustachioed face locals recognize, the charming bottega is very much Sonja’s creation.
Opened in late November, the Geyserville shop offers a carefully curated selection of handmade pasta, Italian meats, fresh focaccia and roasted chicken, with shelves stocked with sauces, pickles, pastes, international liqueurs, dried pasta and wines from near and far.
The space is packed to the rafters — you might need provisions while shopping for provisions.
The hot case beckons with gargantuan meatballs in tomato ragù, roasted winter vegetables and racks of Tuscan ribs, while several cold cases feature fresh pasta, imported meats and cheeses, and tidy stacks of tiramisu. Made-to-order cannolis are a particular draw, though the fresh anchovies may be an acquired taste for some…