Sicilian Pesto Spaghetti with Celestino Drago at Drago Centro

http://www.behindtheburner.com Los Angeles downtown dining scene just got a little hotter with its newest addition, Drago Centro. Chef Celestino Drago paints the flavors of Italy when he prepares a traditional Sicilian pesto highlighted with handmade basil spaghetti. Prepare yourself while the fireworks of old world Italy with new world consumption ignite across your palate.

"Technique: Blanch the basil in order to set the vibrant green color.
Technique: Once you have made the pasta, allow it to rest for a couple of hours before rolling it out.
Tip: Bring your ball of pasta to room temperature before rolling it out. Makes it easier to maneuver.
Trick: Using a flat marble surface assures the pasta to be rolled evenly.
Tip: Once you have cut your pasta, dont let it stand in the refrigerator for too long--it will dry out.
Technique: Make sure your pasta water is boiling and well salted.
Tip: When you are cooking, always relax, unwind, and enjoy.
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Howto & Style

Tags:

• Divya Gugnani
• Behind the Burner
• Celestino Drago
• Drago
• pesto
• spaghetti
• basil
• Italian food
• Los Angeles
• restaurant

[dojufitz]

Incredible effort but i can't imagine the guy actually making the dough when your order the dish....? but maybe he does?

[JimmyChiffels]

Very authentic

[TheFoodlover26]

this chef is so fun to watch and adorable!! i learned a lot about my sicilian heritage from an expert chef :)