Updates from Pastificio Momenti! The Italian pasta house has a new winter menu that’s a total win for comfort food. In addition, you can now get their famously fresh pastas delivered straight to your door.
Nomfluence Readers Deal: Get a complimentary dessert & selected drink when you book. Click here to book now.
Plus, read on to find out how you can get a free box of fresh pasta!
About Pastificio Momenti
Pastificio Momenti is a casual Italian restaurant dedicated to offering fresh pastas made daily. I’ve written about them here.
They’re so serious about it, they brought in heavy-duty Italian equipment to ensure that the pasta is not only fresh, but perfectly consistent. I’m talking about silky-smooth pappardelle and tagliatelle, thanks to premium “00” flour imported straight from Italy and fresh quality eggs. The best part? You can taste this quality without blowing your budget, with plenty of dishes under ¥100.
Hong Shou Fang location
They have two locations in Shanghai; Hong Shou Fang in Putuo and Bicester Village in Pudong, with another venue opening soon in Suzhou.
New Winter Dishes
Gnocchi with vodka & ‘nduja sauce
Of the new winter dishes, the Gnocchi (¥122) is a standout. This shareable plate of pure comfort features impossibly pillowy dumplings, served in a spicy, smoky, and deeply complex vodka and ‘nduja sauce. It delivers a warming kick that is utterly addictive.
Yeah, you might think vodka sauce is an American thing, but pasta chef Giacomo Spreti lets us know this specific combo was all the rage in trendy Roman and Milanese trattorias in the early 2000s. One bite, and you’ll get the hype.
Pappardelle with porcini mushrooms & red prawns
Next, the Pappardelle (¥98/¥188 to share). Wide, luxurious sheets of fresh egg pasta are paired with earthy porcini mushrooms sautéed in a buttery sauce. It’s topped with sweet baby red prawns and a hit of fragrant shrimp oil and rosemary. It feels fancy without trying too hard.
Lasagna with pumpkin béchamel, Italian sausage, mozzarella
Then, there’s the Lasagna (¥108), a twist on the traditional, layered with roasted pumpkin béchamel, herby Italian sausages, and mozzarella, all finished with roasted hazelnuts. It’s rich and cozy but doesn’t sit heavily — the pumpkin lightens the whole deal.
Ravioli with ossobuco ragout and parmesan
Rounding out the new pastas is Momenti’s signature Ravioli (¥88/¥168 to share), which has been refreshed. It’s now filled with parmesan cheese cream, topped with ossobuco ragu and tomato gremolata, and paired with a creamy butter sauce and parsley oil.
It’s a dish that’s hearty yet elegant.
Grilled Tiger Prawns
Burrata
For starters, go for the Grilled Tiger Prawns (¥78), served with a nutty almond sauce and a punchy house-made “Mediterranean-style XO.” Or, opt for the Burrata (¥82), which comes with silky red bell pepper confit and a bright “salsa verde” of herbs and garlic.
Beef Short Rib
As for mains, you can’t go wrong with the Beef Short Rib (¥238/450g). It’s slow-cooked until it falls apart at the touch of a fork, served with parsnip purée, roasted potatoes, green peas, and a refreshing mint sauce.
Pure indulgence.
Chocolate Mousse
Save room for dessert. The Chocolate Mousse (¥42) is dark and creamy, served with port-roasted figs and pistachios.
Panettone
For a true taste of an Italian holiday, try the Panettone (¥48), a slice of the chocolate version with mascarpone cream.
Speaking of panettone, Momenti sells the whole chocolate Fiasconaro panettone
(¥248/750g), imported straight from Italy.
Order panettone via Momenti’s mini-program. As well as fresh pasta & more!
Fresh Pasta Delivery
And here’s the kicker for lazy nights at home: Momenti now delivers its fresh pasta to your door.
For just ¥38, you get a hefty 220g double portion of their daily-made fresh pasta, including fusillone, tubetti, fettuccine, or pappardelle. It arrives in a custom box with foolproof cooking instructions and stays fresh in your fridge for two days.
220g fresh pasta, cooked.
I put it to the test, and the texture was spot-on, rivaling the in-restaurant experience. An added victory was getting to shower my home-cooked pasta in as much parmesan as I wanted.
Fresh pastas can also be purchased as four portions a box, ¥58 for 440g, pictured above.
You can order the pastas, along with sauces like bolognese and ossobuco ragu, panettone, and pantry staples, via the Momenti mini-program. It’s a game-changer for anyone who wants to skip the hassle of making pasta from scratch.
Giveaway!
Momenti is giving away 20 boxes of fresh pasta (220g) to 20 lucky readers. It’s first come, first served — sign up here.
Plus, ONE of the 20 boxes will contain a golden ticket: an invitation to attend a private wine pairing dinner for two at Momenti.
Readers who have successfully signed up must redeem their free fresh pasta box at Momenti Hong Shou Fang before December 14.
So whether you’re diving into a rich serving of gnocchi at the restaurant or mastering your own dinner at home, Pastificio Momenti has you covered. It’s that rare spot that delivers genuine Italian comfort and value, no matter where you dig in.
Book Now
Nomfluence Readers Deals at Pastificio Momenti when you book via the link below.
One complimentary welcome drink AND selected dessert per person. Valid for dine-in guests at Hong Shou Fang location only. Valid for the first 50 bookings.
Click here to book now.
*Drinks include cocktails, mocktails, house wine, soft drinks, non-alcoholic champagne.
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