Orecchiette from Bari, but how are they made?

Everyone wants to try them, but how do you make orecchiette alla barese?
A tour to find out.

Orecchiette baresi are a traditional dish of Apulian cuisine, particularly of the city of Bari .

This handmade pasta, shaped like small, upturned ears, is an art passed down through the generations, often from mother to daughter.

Who makes the authentic orecchiette baresi in Bari? Walking through the streets of Bari Vecchia, you'll often spot the "casaie," the women who knead the dough every day in front of tourists to make artisanal orecchiette .
A true attraction in Bari's historic center , it not only offers a unique glimpse into Apulian daily life, but also allows you to witness the preparation of the typical fresh pasta of Bari , now famous throughout the world.

The recipe for orecchiette baresi is based on high-quality local ingredients, such as durum wheat semolina, which is widely grown in the region. This synergy with local products helps keep the traditional cuisine rooted in the land.