Farnatchi excells in making delicious pasta dishes like this plate of grilled Salmon, shrimp and seasoned linguini. (Spencer J Eggers/The Daily Campus)

Think the month of March is all about spring break and warmer weather?

Think again.

March 1 marked the beginning of National Noodle Month.

To celebrate, consider diving into one of Farnatchi’s delicious pasta dishes.

Located just South of Knox Street and Central Expressway, Farnatchi has been serving up gourmet Italian food for more than two years.

The casual and cozy eatery specializes in authentic dishes with fresh ingredients, many of which are made in-house.

Their sauces are full of flavor and the perfect complement to the food of the month — noodles.

Though Farnatchi offers a whole range of classic Italian dishes, their linguini casablanca may be the best item on the menu. A light red sauce is tossed with savory bites of shrimp, calamari and baby scallops. The effect is a noodle dish that is filling without being too heavy.

If you’re not a fan of seafood but still enjoy the garlicky, herb-laden flavor profile of conventional red sauces, the traditional bolognese pasta is a good bet.

Or, for a meatless option, consider trying the spaghetti pomodoro.

Another dish worth trying is the rigatoni quattro formaggi. An excellent upgrade for fans of alfredo pasta, this dish is a rich blend of four cheeses and penne rigate noodles.

Farnatchi also allows you to customize your pasta order. Any dish can be substituted with whole wheat or gluten-free pasta.

Prices range from $10 for a generous helping of the spaghetti pomodoro to $16 for the linguini casablanca.