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A Taste of Canada (Literally!): Catelli Brings Back Its Iconic Maple Leaf Pasta

May 28, 2025

Featured, Food

What’s more Canadian than pasta shaped like a maple leaf? Catelli is celebrating 158 years of Canadian heritage with the return of its beloved Maple Leaf Pasta—a limited-edition shape that adds the perfect patriotic twist to any summer dish. Proudly made in Montreal with 100% Canadian wheat and no artificial ingredients, this all-natural pasta is as local as it gets.

Available in stores nationwide until July 1st, this festive pasta is perfect for Canada Day BBQs, cottage weekends, family picnics—or let’s be honest, that Tuesday-night dinner when you just want to impress your kids with something fun.

And in true Canadian fashion, there’s a prize up for grabs. One lucky family will win a trip anywhere Porter Airlines flies in Canada plus a $1,000 VISA gift card! To enter, visit catelli.ca/seethecountry.

Need a little inspiration? Try this colourful, crowd-pleasing pasta salad made with—you guessed it—Maple Leaf Pasta.

Maple Leaf Antipasto Pasta Salad

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups Catelli Maple Leaf Pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella pearls or cubed cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, torn
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and toss gently to coat.
  3. Chill before serving and garnish with extra basil.

Happy 158th, Catelli! And happy summer, Canada. —Vita Daily

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