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Discoveries at the Jungle Pasta Month: Conimex Pasta and Misko Pasta

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It’s difficult to trace the origins of pasta, but it’s believed to have been invented around the 1st or 2nd century AD. Incredibly, It didn’t hit Italy until the 13th or 14th century! While you may think of Italy when you hear pasta, many cultures and countries around the world use pasta in their everyday dishes.

Pasta is typically made of dough that contains mostly wheat flour, but buckwheat, rye, rice and maize can be used as well, depending on the region of the world you find yourself exploring. Pasta has also evolved to contain vegetable purees such as spinach or tomatoes, mushrooms, cheeses, herbs and more, which can give the noodle itself a little flavor.

Jungle Jim’s International Market has a huge assortment of pasta from around the globe. This month we will be exploring a select handful, so now is a great time to get a pot of water boiling!

Conimex Pasta – Malaysia and the Netherlands

​Conimex has been providing oriental food to the Netherlands since 1932. These noodles are 100% durum wheat semolina. They’re thin and flat, which makes them great for soup or Asian dishes!
Where you can find these: Fairfield Location: Orange 6 // Eastgate Location: Yellow 4

​Did you know: Uncooked dry pasta can be kept for up to a year.

Misko Pasta – Greece

​Misko is the most historical and beloved pasta brand in Greece. The company was founded in 1927, then in 1991 were acquired by Barilla, which is one of the largest pasta companies in the world. This Misko Pasta is a little thicker than the standard spaghetti most often seen in Italian dishes.
Where you can find these: Fairfield Location: Greek Section // Eastgate Location: Yellow 5

Did you know: In Greek mythology, it is believed that the God Vulcan invented a device that made strings of dough. This was the earliest reference to a pasta maker.

Check out our previous pasta features!

Tasty Joy – Longkou Vermicelli Noodles from China and JFC Yamaimo Soba from Japan
Excellent Rice Stick Bihon from the Philippines and Bechtle Pasta from Germany
La Moderna Pasta from Mexico and Wang Udon Kuk Soo from Korea
Erawan Rice Noodles and AG Ferrari Pasta

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