Book excerpt: Pasta is Italy's culinary gift to the world. Nino Zoccali, a second-generation Italian chef based in Sydney, shares a lifetime of irresistible recipes - from indulgent filled pasta to hearty soups and even pasta-based desserts. Pasta Artigiana has a recipe for every occasion, from a classic spaghetti alla napoletana through to a refined sweet pea ravioli with gorgonzola cream, as well as a range of versatile pasta doughs, sauces and broths. As practical as it is beautiful, Pasta Artigiana is an indispensable companion for anyone who loves to cook and eat pasta.