Weird History Food is serving you a big ol' bowl of pasta facts. For centuries, the production of pasta has been an art form in Italy. Pasta's story is also one of trade, culture, and migration on a global scale. Like the many different pizza styles littered across America, pasta comes in all shapes and sizes, ranging from slender spaghetti to squat rigatoni noodles. Pasta shapes are not just decorative; many chefs claim that the shape and texture of the pasta will impact the overall dining experience.